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MW55 DXZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

195,358 mi
Last recorded195,358 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 DXZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 195,358 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Nov 2016 195,358 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 183,862 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 176,196 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 176,196 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 168,065 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 168,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 160,846 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 152,759 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 145,298 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 145,298 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 124,002 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 124,002 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

general vehicle condition poor

nearside front tyre tread in poor condition

slight damage to centre seat belt

unable to check hydraulic systems fully due to wet weather conditions

Pass 4 Nov 2008 97,092 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges

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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MW55 DXZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 MW55 DXZ, 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 MW55 DXZ registered?

MW55 DXZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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