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FV55 LKZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

207,590 mi
Last recorded207,590 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 LKZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 207,590 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Nov 2016 207,573 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Oct 2015 198,624 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Fail 31 Oct 2015 198,614 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 3 Nov 2014 189,837 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r shock dust cover damaged

Fail 31 Oct 2014 189,837 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front 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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r shock dust cover damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2013 180,650 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 180,641 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 168,399 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 168,399 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2011 161,067 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front exhaust showing signs of pitting

off side rear tyre showing signs of wearing on inner edges and getting down on treads

rear exhaust showing signs ofpitting starting

rear near side tyre showing signs of wearing on inner edges and getting downon treads

Pass 27 Oct 2011 161,067 miles

front exhaust showing signs of pitting

off side rear tyre showing signs of wearing on inner edges and getting down on treads

rear exhaust showing signs ofpitting starting

rear near side tyre showing signs of wearing on inner edges and getting downon treads

Fail 23 Sep 2010 153,395 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near side front brake disc showing signs of wear

near side front pads starting to get down

near side rear brake disc showing signs of scoring

off side front brake disc starting to get down

off side front pads starting to get down

off side rear brake disc showing signs of scoring

Pass 23 Sep 2010 153,395 miles

near side front brake disc showing signs of wear

near side front pads starting to get down

near side rear brake disc showing signs of scoring

off side front brake disc starting to get down

off side front pads starting to get down

off side rear brake disc showing signs of scoring

Pass 16 Nov 2009 137,842 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 121,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 121,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 LKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 LKZ, 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 FV55 LKZ registered?

FV55 LKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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