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FX55 RTV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

261,550 mi
Last recorded261,550 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 RTV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 261,550 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge of tread 205/55/16 94V (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 1 out of 4 bulbs inop (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge of tread 205/55/16 94V (4.1.E.1)

Offside sill damaged

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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)

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 21 Nov 2016 261,224 miles

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

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

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge of tread 205/55/16 94V (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge of tread 205/55/16 94V (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge of tread 205/55/16 94V (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 1 out of 4 bulbs inop (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge of tread 205/55/16 94V (4.1.E.1)

Offside sill damaged

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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)

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 16 Jun 2016 245,582 miles

Front cloths in engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside sill damaged

Rear rear seats slightly insecure

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

bonnet lever insecure

engine covers fitted

oil leak

slight play inner joints

unable to perform RBT due to brake fluid leak

under-trays fitted

Fail 15 Jun 2016 245,582 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Braking system leaking serious leak (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front cloths in engine bay

Offside sill damaged

Rear rear seats slightly insecure

bonnet lever insecure

engine covers fitted

slight play inner joints

unable to perform RBT due to brake fluid leak

under-trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 201,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2012 93,713 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 81,183 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 65,851 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 51,006 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 35,220 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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FX55 RTV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FX55 RTV, 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 FX55 RTV registered?

FX55 RTV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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