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DE05 JLX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

137,696 mi
Last recorded137,696 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 JLX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2022 137,696 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 132,962 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 125,563 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 123,582 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 121,777 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slightly smokey when first started

Pass 6 Sep 2018 119,554 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 111,288 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear brake discs warped

Pass 22 Aug 2016 104,294 miles

play in steering rack inner knuckle n/s/ f

Fail 22 Aug 2016 104,294 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and o/s/f (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached and leaking (2.7.2b)

play in steering rack inner knuckle n/s/ f

Pass 18 Aug 2015 96,280 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 87,777 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 77,343 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 65,736 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 53,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Aug 2011 52,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2010 36,110 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 34,563 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 27,203 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 19,779 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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DE05 JLX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DE05 JLX, 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 DE05 JLX registered?

DE05 JLX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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