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DU55 GBX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

152,129 mi
Last recorded152,129 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 GBX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 152,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.2b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.2b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tracking needs to be checked

Fail 15 Jun 2016 152,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tracking needs to be checked

Pass 25 Jun 2015 137,769 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 137,769 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 126,552 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 126,552 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 110,556 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 110,556 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 96,519 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2011 84,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 84,889 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 68,935 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 42,229 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 42,227 miles

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

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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DU55 GBX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DU55 GBX, 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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DU55 GBX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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