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YH04 XHV

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

201,506 mi
Last recorded201,506 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH04 XHV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 201,506 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 177,953 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 153,479 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 153,479 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 128,601 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 110,434 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 92,687 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 75,578 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 75,578 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 55,931 miles

front tyres 2mm.

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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YH04 XHV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver 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 YH04 XHV, 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 YH04 XHV registered?

YH04 XHV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 March 2004.

Is YH04 XHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH04 XHV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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