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VU04 FJX

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

182,884 mi
Last recorded182,884 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 FJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 182,884 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 177,342 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 174,165 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 170,061 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 169,904 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 163,417 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 157,991 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 155,123 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 147,671 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 139,159 miles

offside rear brake grabbing slightly.

Pass 21 Aug 2015 132,005 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 132,005 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 123,045 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 111,031 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 99,886 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 99,886 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 92,996 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 87,678 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 75,027 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 59,957 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 45,347 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,124 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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VU04 FJX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU04 FJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU04 FJX?

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What year was VU04 FJX registered?

VU04 FJX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 June 2004.

Is VU04 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 FJX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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