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LG55 BCV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

55,229 mi
Last recorded55,229 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 BCV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 55,229 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 54,437 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 53,393 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 52,337 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 51,323 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 51,323 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 50,333 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 49,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 48,133 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 46,555 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 44,652 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 42,745 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,972 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 37,879 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 35,686 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 32,800 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 29,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 29,872 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 26,162 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 22,696 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 17,536 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 BCV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BCV, 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 BCV registered?

LG55 BCV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 October 2005.

Is LG55 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 BCV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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