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BG55 UUA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

266,698 mi
Last recorded266,698 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 UUA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2022 266,698 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 253,536 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 244,858 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 228,632 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 212,558 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 195,468 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush [both sides] (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 179,303 miles

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

factory fitted engine covers

factory fitted under guards

Pass 11 Jul 2015 165,969 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 152,917 miles

engine under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2013 140,534 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 127,783 miles

lower arm rear bushes worn

Pass 8 Jul 2011 116,558 miles

plastic trims throughout underneath

Pass 5 Aug 2010 105,696 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 103,046 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 96,832 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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BG55 UUA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG55 UUA, 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 BG55 UUA registered?

BG55 UUA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is BG55 UUA safe to buy?

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