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VXZ 2443

2004 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

181,375 mi
Last recorded181,375 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXZ 2443
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Elegance TDI
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 181,375 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2024 177,905 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 177,882 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 172,487 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 172,453 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 166,553 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 157,484 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 148,563 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 140,369 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI?

Based on 1,866 MOT tests across 450 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
8,541
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
450
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
Registration plate lamp not working 7
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
brake disc excessively pitted 6
brake binding 5
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VXZ 2443 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VXZ 2443, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VXZ 2443 registered?

VXZ 2443 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is VXZ 2443 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VXZ 2443 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VXZ 2443 have outstanding finance?

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