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LG55 BAO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

69,502 mi
Last recorded69,502 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 BAO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 69,502 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 62,570 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 62,570 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 56,313 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 49,342 miles

srs light requires attention

Fail 5 Oct 2012 45,080 miles

Air Bag Light On

N/S/R Lamp Has A Small Crack

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 45,080 miles

Air Bag Light On

N/S/R Lamp Has A Small Crack

Pass 23 Sep 2011 40,868 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 35,466 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 29,049 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2009 29,049 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 24,725 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 22,415 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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LG55 BAO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LG55 BAO, 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 LG55 BAO registered?

LG55 BAO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LG55 BAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 BAO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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