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LM55 GJV

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

215,671 mi
Last recorded215,671 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 GJV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 215,671 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 215,671 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 207,104 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 207,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 192,782 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 197,782 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 176,044 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 176,044 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 157,258 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 157,006 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 139,566 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 139,566 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 118,955 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 118,955 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 99,858 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 99,858 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 83,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 63,987 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 44,146 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Offside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 30,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

general dents and scratches

Fail 27 Feb 2009 30,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

general dents and scratches

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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LM55 GJV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,261 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM55 GJV, 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 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LM55 GJV registered?

LM55 GJV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 February 2006.

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