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FG55 TXS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,123 mi
Last recorded172,123 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 TXS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 172,123 miles

Engine management light on

Possible airbag fault

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 160,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring components in engine bay

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

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jul 2016 160,900 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring components in engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2015 153,120 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 152,299 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 150,997 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 146,703 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 139,423 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 129,777 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 120,396 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 114,592 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 114,592 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 TXS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TXS, 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 TXS registered?

FG55 TXS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is FG55 TXS safe to buy?

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