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NK55 OBZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

206,363 mi
Last recorded206,363 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 OBZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2015 206,363 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2014 196,651 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2014 196,651 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 181,582 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 165,964 miles

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

advise front brake pads close to limit

Fail 6 Dec 2011 165,964 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)

advise front brake pads close to limit

Pass 24 Nov 2010 138,638 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 138,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 106,549 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 84,463 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 84,463 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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NK55 OBZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NK55 OBZ, 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 NK55 OBZ registered?

NK55 OBZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is NK55 OBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK55 OBZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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