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CF05 XBS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

215,864 mi
Last recorded215,864 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF05 XBS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2012 215,864 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 182,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 182,730 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 165,580 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 165,580 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 140,698 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 140,698 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2008 111,267 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 111,267 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 80,355 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 43,662 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 43,585 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

air bag warning lamp staying on

Fail 2 Oct 2006 43,543 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

air bag light warning lamp staying on

n/s/r light cluster cracked

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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CF05 XBS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 CF05 XBS, 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 CF05 XBS registered?

CF05 XBS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is CF05 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF05 XBS shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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