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VU54 VPD

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

171,172 mi
Last recorded171,172 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 VPD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 171,172 miles

Exhaust centre mounting broken but still supporting the exhaust system

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

Fail 28 Feb 2017 171,172 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust centre mounting broken but still supporting the exhaust system

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 162,651 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 143,290 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 121,910 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 101,457 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 82,965 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 68,545 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 58,427 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 48,595 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 38,820 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 33,042 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 VPD is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VPD, 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 VPD registered?

VU54 VPD is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 September 2004.

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