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DF55 VCD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

268,981 mi
Last recorded268,981 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VCD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 268,981 miles

FRONT WISHBONE BUSHES WORN

Pass 13 Aug 2015 244,027 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 222,316 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 201,743 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 179,671 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 160,409 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 138,461 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 121,716 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 107,703 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 96,601 miles

anti-roll bar starting to corrode

centre caps

lower covers

o/s/r tyre worn

sill covers

small chip in screen

Fail 12 Aug 2011 96,601 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

anti-roll bar starting to corrode

centre caps

lower covers

o/s/r tyre worn

sill covers

small chip in screen

Pass 24 Aug 2010 70,673 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 57,136 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 41,689 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 VCD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VCD, 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 DF55 VCD registered?

DF55 VCD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is DF55 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 VCD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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