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PK55 GWP

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

231,362 mi
Last recorded231,362 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 GWP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 231,362 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 199,551 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 199,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

rear brake discs worn and pitted

Pass 7 Apr 2014 162,111 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 130,228 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs slightly worn thin

Fail 8 Apr 2013 130,228 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs slightly worn thin

Pass 8 Oct 2012 110,518 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 94,265 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 12 Sep 2011 77,747 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 62,724 miles

incorrect wiperblade fitted to o/s/f

Pass 1 Sep 2009 45,868 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 31,902 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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PK55 GWP is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 PK55 GWP, 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 PK55 GWP registered?

PK55 GWP is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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