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PK55 ZSE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

122,962 mi
Last recorded122,962 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 ZSE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 122,962 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 119,530 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 116,661 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 111,481 miles

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

exhaust bracket snapped

Pass 9 Nov 2016 105,520 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 97,388 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 91,104 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 84,710 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 84,710 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 79,142 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 73,505 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 67,156 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 62,865 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

WIPERS SMEARING SCREEN

Pass 5 Nov 2008 57,248 miles

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

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 ZSE 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 92.9%.

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 PK55 ZSE, 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

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What year was PK55 ZSE registered?

PK55 ZSE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is PK55 ZSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 ZSE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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