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KX55 ZMU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,330 mi
Last recorded146,330 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 ZMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 146,330 miles

Nearside Front Outer c/v boot slight seapage

Pass 8 May 2018 141,175 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four and rears worn out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 137,104 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 131,362 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 124,305 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 113,811 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 101,924 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 101,924 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2012 90,508 miles

Both rear suspension bumpstops perishing

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 79,487 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 68,110 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 57,121 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 56,757 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 56,757 miles

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

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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KX55 ZMU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KX55 ZMU, 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 KX55 ZMU registered?

KX55 ZMU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 October 2005.

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