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HV55 XPE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,715 mi
Last recorded158,715 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 158,715 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 146,682 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 133,072 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 132,866 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no image (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 118,590 miles

Front brake disc worn lipped

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

Nearside Rear worn outer edge

Offside Front shock damp

Offside Rear worn inner edge

TRIGER POINT NOT MET ON EMISSIONS

wear front brake pads

Pass 7 Jun 2015 102,697 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside rear brake disc has eveidence of excessive heat damage

Nearside rear wheel slightly binding

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2014 95,695 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 89,598 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 80,969 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 67,372 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 67,363 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 57,559 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 48,543 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 38,688 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyre treads low (3mm)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 38,688 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyre treads low (3mm)

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 XPE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HV55 XPE, 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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HV55 XPE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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