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DF55 LVL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,302 mi
Last recorded91,302 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 LVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 91,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 83,316 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 83,316 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 78,045 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 69,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 66,602 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 62,007 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear sub frame has light corrosion

Fail 1 Jul 2016 62,007 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear sub frame has light corrosion

Pass 28 Oct 2015 60,823 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 57,757 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 54,180 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 51,502 miles

o/s/r reverse light inop

Pass 26 Sep 2011 47,210 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 40,360 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,843 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 25,513 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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DF55 LVL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF55 LVL, 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 DF55 LVL registered?

DF55 LVL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DF55 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 LVL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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