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WCZ 8235

2004 Skoda Octavia Clasic TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

234,008 mi
Last recorded234,008 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia Clasic TDI116,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCZ 8235
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Clasic TDI
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2025 234,008 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023
Pass 10 Jun 2022 208,147 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 208,110 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 202,773 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 202,719 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 195,122 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 186,913 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 183,003 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 182,978 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Clasic TDI?

Based on 576 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
7,301
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Registration plate lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5
constant velocity joint gaiter split 4
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WCZ 8235 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Clasic TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Octavia Clasic TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 116,502 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 Clasic TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WCZ 8235, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was WCZ 8235 registered?

WCZ 8235 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Clasic TDI, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is WCZ 8235 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCZ 8235 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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