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FE55 FZW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

255,012 mi
Last recorded255,012 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 FZW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 255,012 miles

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 31 Oct 2023 231,525 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 230,668 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2022 208,049 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 182,672 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 164,968 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 164,278 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 144,505 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 122,904 miles

Rear both rear position lamps have only 3 of 4 possible light sources illuminating

Pass 25 Aug 2018 122,435 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 122,404 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 101,507 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 78,340 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 75,519 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 75,519 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing mirror indicator lens (6.1.C.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 71,732 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 710,731 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 64,643 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 58,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 52,010 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 49,212 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 39,723 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,630 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,252 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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FE55 FZW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 FE55 FZW, 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 FE55 FZW registered?

FE55 FZW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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