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VK55 HGJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

123,242 mi
Last recorded123,242 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 HGJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 123,242 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 112,313 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 111,345 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 111,339 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 108,221 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 101,646 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 101,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 88,314 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 73,546 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 60,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 48,482 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 36,828 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 36,828 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2010 28,636 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 22,180 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 15,756 miles

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

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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VK55 HGJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VK55 HGJ, 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 VK55 HGJ registered?

VK55 HGJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is VK55 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK55 HGJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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