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DU55 XGX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

110,827 mi
Last recorded110,827 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 XGX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 110,827 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 108,179 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 105,816 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 102,761 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 100,377 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 100,349 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 96,850 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 94,392 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 89,715 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 84,539 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 81,106 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 76,766 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 70,478 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 64,275 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2012 58,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear tyres have some general tread wear

front brake discs some wear and deteriation

rear axle diff has some oil dampness

Pass 10 Nov 2011 52,184 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 45,147 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 37,183 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 29,855 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 XGX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DU55 XGX, 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 DU55 XGX registered?

DU55 XGX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is DU55 XGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 XGX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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