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CX55 TWG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

111,405 mi
Last recorded111,405 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 TWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 111,405 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 99,513 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 99,485 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 86,974 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 73,583 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 15 Sep 2016 73,583 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Aug 2016 73,269 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 67,422 miles

under trays fitted obscuringb some parts

Pass 1 Sep 2014 62,068 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres wearing on inside edge

Fail 28 Aug 2014 62,032 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine malfunction light illuminated indicating a fault with the engine management system

Nearside and offside front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 30 Jul 2013 54,599 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 54,599 miles

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

Brake pad wear light illuminated

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 46,590 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jul 2012 46,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,827 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 31,624 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 24,568 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 8 Aug 2008 14,228 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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CX55 TWG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CX55 TWG, 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 CX55 TWG registered?

CX55 TWG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2005.

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