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YJ04 CDU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

121,577 mi
Last recorded121,577 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 CDU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 121,577 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 119,331 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 109,219 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 93,912 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 93,912 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 83,864 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 83,864 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2010 157,483 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 135,780 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 135,780 miles

Offside Ball joint socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 109,797 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 May 2007 83,905 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 83,905 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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YJ04 CDU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJ04 CDU, 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 YJ04 CDU registered?

YJ04 CDU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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