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EX55 VGT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,778 mi
Last recorded104,778 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 VGT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 104,778 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 104,777 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 103,698 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 100,110 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 93,762 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,597 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 84,597 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 78,145 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Apr 2017 68,948 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 68,948 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 61,014 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 57,324 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 52,598 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 46,389 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 46,389 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 38,819 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 31,097 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 24,527 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 189,024 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 22,773 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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EX55 VGT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX55 VGT, 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 EX55 VGT registered?

EX55 VGT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EX55 VGT safe to buy?

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