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VX04 NLN

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

253,997 mi
Last recorded253,997 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 NLN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 253,997 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 23 Jul 2018 244,265 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

service brake efficiency just only met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 13 Feb 2018 230,235 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s n/s inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2017 220,288 miles

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

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 6 Jul 2017 206,862 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush O/S N/S (2.7.4)

SERVICE BRAKE efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 20 Feb 2017 196,702 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush offside nearside (2.4.G.2)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush offside nearside (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn outer (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 180,097 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush offside neaside (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 169,295 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 156,497 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded nearside/offside (2.4.C.1b)

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2015 118,977 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 84,932 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 79,470 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 May 2012 70,992 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 64,979 miles

full inspection of seat belts not carried out due to child seats fitted x3

Fail 9 Jun 2011 64,979 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

full inspection of seat belts not carried out due to child seats fitted x3

Pass 10 Jun 2010 60,107 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

child seats fitted to n/s/f o/s/r & rear centre seats

Pass 11 Jun 2009 54,925 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

child seats fitted to n/s/f,o/s/r & rear centre seats

Fail 17 Jun 2008 42,073 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 42,073 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 32,534 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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VX04 NLN is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VX04 NLN, 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 VX04 NLN registered?

VX04 NLN is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 July 2004.

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