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HN55 ULR

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

254,924 mi
Last recorded254,924 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 ULR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2019 254,924 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Damage to sill and wheel arch

Offside Rear Tyre smooth on inner edge

Pass 28 Dec 2018 249,085 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight smell of fumes in engine bay

Fail 21 Dec 2018 248,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheelarch torn (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight smell of fumes in engine bay

Pass 14 Dec 2017 238,173 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 230,464 miles

Offside Rear 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)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 230,464 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 223,410 miles

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

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

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

advise child seat fitted to o/s/r seat

advise o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

advise o/s/r brake binding slightly when turned by hand

advise rear number plate in poor condition

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 216,073 miles

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

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

o/s/r brake binding slightly

rear subframe corroded

surface corrosion to some steel brake pipes

Fail 5 Dec 2014 216,073 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r brake binding slightly

rear subframe corroded

surface corrosion to some steel brake pipes

Pass 17 Dec 2013 209,542 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres beginning to get low on inner edges

Fail 17 Dec 2013 209,542 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres beginning to get low on inner edges

Pass 17 Dec 2012 203,757 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

o/s and n/s/r s/absorber dust covers missing

Pass 2 Dec 2011 186,662 miles

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

rear shock absorbers - dust shrouds missing

Pass 2 Dec 2010 160,865 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 160,865 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

o/s/r tyre low tread (3mm)and has a screw in it

Pass 11 Dec 2009 140,207 miles

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

n/s/r shock absorber damp/oily

Pass 1 Dec 2008 107,534 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s/f and both rear tyres have stepped wear on egdes

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 ULR is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HN55 ULR, 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 HN55 ULR registered?

HN55 ULR is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2005.

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