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AO55 LCE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,320 mi
Last recorded127,320 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 LCE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 127,320 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 107,320 miles

rear bump stops split

Fail 2 Aug 2017 107,255 miles

Nearside Direction indicator obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

rear bump stops split

Pass 22 Aug 2016 101,772 miles

rear bump stops split.

Fail 17 Aug 2016 101,671 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

rear bump stops split.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 96,950 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 92,427 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 87,823 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Fail 14 Aug 2013 87,691 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 23 Aug 2012 82,885 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 81,918 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 68,291 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 46,167 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under body covers fitted, limited access for inspection

Pass 12 Jan 2009 20,051 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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AO55 LCE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 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 AO55 LCE, 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 21 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO55 LCE registered?

AO55 LCE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is AO55 LCE safe to buy?

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