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OV55 PUU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,766 mi
Last recorded104,766 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 PUU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 104,766 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 104,764 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 99,821 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 88,260 miles

both side rear tyre treads feathered

nearside rear tyre tread wearing low

Pass 25 Oct 2014 74,621 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 62,346 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 53,691 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 27 Oct 2011 43,240 miles

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 32,814 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 25,536 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 25,536 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2008 19,631 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,631 miles

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

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

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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OV55 PUU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OV55 PUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV55 PUU?

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What year was OV55 PUU registered?

OV55 PUU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is OV55 PUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 PUU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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