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LV55 ZLY

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

130,845 mi
Last recorded130,845 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 ZLY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 130,845 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 128,315 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 120,356 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 109,322 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 97,673 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 87,222 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 80,899 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 76,013 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

rear discs worn

slight brake bind nearside rear

Pass 28 Oct 2014 70,966 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear tyres stepping on inner edge

Pass 31 Oct 2013 64,887 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 64,887 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 57,320 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 52,219 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 52,219 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 45,144 miles

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

child seats n/s/r and centre

front disks worn

front wishbones corroded

rear disks worn and pitted

Pass 15 Oct 2009 34,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 26,894 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 3,110 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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LV55 ZLY is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LV55 ZLY, 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 LV55 ZLY registered?

LV55 ZLY is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is LV55 ZLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 ZLY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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