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HV55 PKA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

193,164 mi
Last recorded193,164 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 PKA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 193,164 miles

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

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

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

both rear shock absorbers dust covers missing

Fail 3 Feb 2016 193,164 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

both rear shock absorbers dust covers missing

Pass 4 Feb 2015 173,731 miles

both rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

Pass 15 Jan 2014 149,544 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 141,832 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 133,150 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 133,138 miles

OSR Dust Plate corroded

Fail 15 Jul 2011 133,138 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

OSR Dust Plate corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2010 121,915 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 121,915 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 99,109 miles

advert above tax disc should be removed

engine / bay covers & under guards fitted , restricted views

wheel trims fitted , restricted views of wheels / brakes

Fail 9 Sep 2008 75,247 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advert above tax disc should be removed

engine cover & under trays fitted , inspection restricted

rear brake pads low

slight drag on offside rear wheel , suspect brake

wheel trims fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2008 75,247 miles

advert above tax disc should be removed

engine cover & under trays fitted , inspection restricted

rear brake pads low

slight drag on offside rear wheel , suspect brake

wheel trims fitted

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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HV55 PKA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HV55 PKA, 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 HV55 PKA registered?

HV55 PKA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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