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RF55 VXD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

288,492 mi
Last recorded288,492 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 VXD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 288,492 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 282,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 275,401 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 268,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

plastic covers under bonnet and underside of vehicle some components not seen at test

Pass 26 Nov 2019 264,020 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 255,860 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 247,007 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 235,999 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 226,998 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 216,846 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 206,585 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2013 206,580 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 191,748 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 181,150 miles

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

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

front discs worn

Pass 18 Nov 2010 156,455 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 132,007 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 132,007 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 112,780 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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RF55 VXD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RF55 VXD, 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 RF55 VXD registered?

RF55 VXD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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The MOT history for RF55 VXD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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