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WL53 MHU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,436 mi
Last recorded144,436 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 MHU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 144,436 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear bump stops broken & dust covers loose

corrosion to rear sections of exhaust

damage to bodywork

nsr door faulty

osf wing damaged & osf indicator outer lens missing

towbar wiring & plug taped on to tow ball

Fail 3 Jul 2017 144,435 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at flexi section (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear bump stops broken & dust covers loose

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

damage to bodywork

nsr door faulty

osf wing damaged & osf indicator outer lens missing

towbar wiring & plug taped on to tow ball

Pass 7 Jun 2016 127,581 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 117,853 miles

Offside front indicator assembly incomplete

accident damage to offside front

Fail 19 Jun 2015 117,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front indicator assembly incomplete

accident damage to offside front

Pass 21 Jun 2014 107,227 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 107,227 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 93,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2012 80,909 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 80,902 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 77,145 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 72,521 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 65,643 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 58,116 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 49,916 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 42,014 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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WL53 MHU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WL53 MHU, 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 WL53 MHU registered?

WL53 MHU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is WL53 MHU safe to buy?

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