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RV55 EVK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,969 mi
Last recorded103,969 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 EVK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 103,969 miles

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

eml light on

Fail 1 Jun 2016 103,961 miles

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

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

eml light on

Pass 3 Sep 2014 89,778 miles

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

engine management light on

Fail 3 Sep 2014 89,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

engine management light on

Pass 2 Sep 2013 80,051 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 80,051 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 7 Sep 2012 70,349 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 70,330 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 7 Sep 2011 58,627 miles

child seat fitted on off side rear seat visuel checked belt

Pass 8 Sep 2010 49,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Sep 2009 43,904 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

passengers mirror cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2008 36,871 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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RV55 EVK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RV55 EVK, 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 RV55 EVK?

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What year was RV55 EVK registered?

RV55 EVK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RV55 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 EVK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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