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VU54 VPL

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

109,939 mi
Last recorded109,939 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 VPL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 109,939 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 109,938 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 Bridgestone + close to legal limit + wear inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2015 89,065 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Nov 2014 77,493 miles

no plate lights reflect white light off no plate chrome trim. no plates [when tested]were fitted over those fitted to vehicle.

Pass 7 Dec 2013 70,661 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 61,576 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 56,277 miles

Nearside front anti roll bar drop link ball joint upper and lower gaiters split

Non standard wheels and tyres fitted

Offside front anti roll bar drop link upper and lower ball joint gaiters split

correct front and rear number plates stuck over the top of failure plates strongly suspect correct plates will be removed after test leaving failure plates on vehicle

Fail 17 Dec 2011 56,277 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front anti roll bar drop link ball joint upper and lower gaiters split

Non standard wheels and tyres fitted

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front anti roll bar drop link upper and lower ball joint gaiters split

Pass 11 Dec 2010 52,049 miles

rear no plate tapped on

Pass 19 Dec 2009 47,963 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 44,356 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 44,356 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 38,903 miles

Factor fitted under side floor covers.

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 VPL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VPL, 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 VPL registered?

VU54 VPL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 November 2004.

Is VU54 VPL safe to buy?

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