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HN55 LTU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

144,128 mi
Last recorded144,128 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 LTU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 144,128 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated

Pass 30 Oct 2014 138,058 miles

Near-side rear seat belt not tested due to fitment of child seat

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

Offside rear handbrake lever has restricted movement, brake disc shows signs of getting hot, but handbrake still effective and no sign of binding brake at time of test. Advise inspection of caliper.

Pass 30 Oct 2013 130,431 miles

Child seat fitted nearside rear visual inspection to seat belt

Pass 1 Nov 2012 120,079 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 110,155 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 96,143 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2010 96,141 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 88,401 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 88,401 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 71,055 miles

both front shocks starting to weep oil

Fail 25 Sep 2008 70,963 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

both front shocks starting to weep oil

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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HN55 LTU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HN55 LTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN55 LTU registered?

HN55 LTU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is HN55 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN55 LTU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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