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FV55 CME

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,604 mi
Last recorded164,604 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 CME
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 164,604 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside parking brake effort poor

Fail 8 Jan 2018 164,384 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear binding slightly

Offside parking brake effort poor

Pass 13 Jan 2017 158,179 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 12 Jan 2017 158,179 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Jan 2016 149,449 miles

Engine Management Light On Dash

Rear Both Brakes Binding

Fail 14 Jan 2016 149,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Engine Management Light On Dash

Rear Both Brakes Binding

Pass 6 Jan 2015 143,728 miles

All discs corroded

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 134,750 miles

N/S/Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 9 Jan 2013 120,515 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 120,349 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 105,869 miles

Offside headlamp has a slightly reduced light output

Pass 5 Jan 2011 87,427 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2011 87,421 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 75,751 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 57,711 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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FV55 CME is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,261 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV55 CME, 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 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FV55 CME is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 January 2006.

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