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FG55 EKZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,214 mi
Last recorded124,214 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 EKZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 124,214 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 124,214 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 110,935 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and assoiated suspension arms (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 100,312 miles

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

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

d/s and p/s front wipers smeary screen ,

Fail 12 Nov 2014 93,477 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Nov 2014 93,477 miles

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Oct 2013 84,185 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 74,793 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 57,731 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 37,621 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 37,558 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 31,219 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 24,912 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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FG55 EKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG55 EKZ, 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 FG55 EKZ registered?

FG55 EKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is FG55 EKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 EKZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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