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HV55 XOS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,547 mi
Last recorded87,547 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 XOS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 87,547 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 87,138 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 86,312 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 85,488 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 84,481 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 84,481 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 83,384 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 82,207 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 81,124 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 81,123 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 80,159 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 80,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 78,821 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 78,303 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 78,300 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 73,333 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 73,331 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 67,672 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 58,240 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 45,082 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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HV55 XOS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HV55 XOS, 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 XOS registered?

HV55 XOS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is HV55 XOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 XOS shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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