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LM54 VBA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,712 mi
Last recorded162,712 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM54 VBA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 162,712 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 159,006 miles

n/s cv boot slightly split

n/s headlight slightly dim

Pass 14 Jun 2014 141,129 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 115,653 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2013 115,653 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 90,709 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 71,838 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 71,838 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 63,148 miles

Rear brake pads appear to be wearing low

Pass 15 Jan 2009 50,587 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 39,608 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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LM54 VBA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LM54 VBA, 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 LM54 VBA registered?

LM54 VBA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is LM54 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM54 VBA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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