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FP05 ZUA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

186,332 mi
Last recorded186,332 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2010
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 ZUA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2010 186,332 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

engine management light is illuminated

Pass 12 Aug 2009 136,922 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Fail 6 Aug 2009 136,210 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 12 Aug 2008 98,056 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 44,434 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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FP05 ZUA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP05 ZUA, 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 FP05 ZUA registered?

FP05 ZUA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is FP05 ZUA safe to buy?

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