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AR05 DRV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,298 mi
Last recorded89,298 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 DRV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 89,298 miles

Nearside Front Outer sidewall cuts not deep enough to reach cords

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

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 4 May 2016 89,297 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding handbrake (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Outer sidewall cuts not deep enough to reach cords

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 May 2015 83,777 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2014 68,561 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 54,145 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 43,889 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,833 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 38,405 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 31,425 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2008 28,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 28,059 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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AR05 DRV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AR05 DRV, 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 AR05 DRV registered?

AR05 DRV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is AR05 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 DRV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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