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BP55 TPU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

291,753 mi
Last recorded291,753 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 TPU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 291,753 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 262,508 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 262,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 249,328 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 237,255 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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BP55 TPU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,261 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 BP55 TPU, 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 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BP55 TPU registered?

BP55 TPU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 February 2006.

Is BP55 TPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP55 TPU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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