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YR54 GZB

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,270 mi
Last recorded105,270 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 GZB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 105,270 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 104,301 miles

Nearside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2019 93,911 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 93,773 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Shows White (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Shows White (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Shows White (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2018 92,427 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 82,053 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2017 82,053 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 74,981 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 67,679 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 67,679 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 60,642 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 52,587 miles

rear center seat belt stiff to release

Pass 5 Dec 2012 45,064 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 37,343 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 28,916 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brakes binding slightly.

Pass 16 Nov 2009 27,490 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,354 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 19,555 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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YR54 GZB is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YR54 GZB, 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 YR54 GZB registered?

YR54 GZB is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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