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BP54 VBD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,813 mi
Last recorded130,813 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP54 VBD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 130,813 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake back plate missing

Fail 16 Aug 2018 130,809 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake back plate missing

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 114,912 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 114,912 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 105,276 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 105,276 miles

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

slightly binding brake o/s/r and pads low

Pass 20 Jul 2016 90,428 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 76,470 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 3 Apr 2014 63,595 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 51,683 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 46,779 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 42,702 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 37,699 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 32,203 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 32,203 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 22,710 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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BP54 VBD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BP54 VBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP54 VBD registered?

BP54 VBD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 January 2005.

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