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CW05 OGS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

259,638 mi
Last recorded259,638 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW05 OGS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 259,638 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

check engine light on ]

Pass 28 May 2024 249,958 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear outer sills corroded

Pass 24 May 2023 230,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sills corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2022 218,204 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 201,605 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 188,230 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 171,693 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 152,785 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 136,038 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 136,038 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 120,438 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 120,438 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2015 103,567 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 103,567 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 85,500 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2013 80,327 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 67,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 67,829 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 59,484 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 47,083 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 37,859 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,156 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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CW05 OGS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 CW05 OGS, 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 CW05 OGS registered?

CW05 OGS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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