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VU04 XYL

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,807 mi
Last recorded135,807 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 135,807 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 125,011 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 125,011 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 119,223 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 114,241 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight exhaust leak , rear of cat

Pass 8 Apr 2014 109,599 miles

steel wheel fitted to n/s/f

Pass 9 Apr 2013 105,364 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2012 101,757 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 97,659 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 86,971 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 73,921 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 60,733 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 46,138 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XYL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XYL, 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

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What year was VU04 XYL registered?

VU04 XYL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is VU04 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 XYL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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