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DE55 UMU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,676 mi
Last recorded142,676 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 UMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 142,676 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 132,450 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 121,400 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 121,400 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 112,264 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 108,529 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre feathering on shoulders

Fail 15 Feb 2016 108,528 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre feathering on shoulders

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 101,168 miles

Both front tyres feathering on inner shoulders

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/s/f tyre getting low on tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 81,255 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 71,322 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 62,228 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 62,228 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 49,369 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 38,727 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 27,670 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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DE55 UMU 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 80%.

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 DE55 UMU, 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 DE55 UMU registered?

DE55 UMU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is DE55 UMU safe to buy?

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