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VU55 RXS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,126 mi
Last recorded174,126 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 RXS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 174,126 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement near side front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 163,026 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 156,118 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 146,038 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 146,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 135,303 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 134,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 124,885 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 113,893 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 103,560 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 103,560 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 90,765 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 66,987 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 66,136 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 64,875 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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VU55 RXS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU55 RXS, 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 VU55 RXS registered?

VU55 RXS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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