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VU54 NJE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,495 mi
Last recorded102,495 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 NJE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 102,495 miles

due mass flywheel very noisey

Fail 24 Jul 2014 102,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

due mass flywheel very noisey

Pass 25 Jul 2013 86,524 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

coolant level low and cap removed on approach

Fail 25 Jul 2013 86,524 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

coolant level low and cap removed on approach

Pass 30 Jul 2012 68,549 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 53,954 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/f brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Aug 2010 48,498 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 42,785 miles

N/S headlamp beam bender fitted but dosent affect beam or light output

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 34,309 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 21,156 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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VU54 NJE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU54 NJE, 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.

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What year was VU54 NJE registered?

VU54 NJE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is VU54 NJE safe to buy?

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