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DF05 EAK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

194,004 mi
Last recorded194,004 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 EAK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 194,004 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 184,310 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 166,825 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 153,788 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 153,788 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 141,160 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 122,355 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 122,355 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 104,305 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 82,416 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 82,416 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 79,762 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 70,473 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 63,866 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 56,673 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 49,402 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 43,052 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on in side edge

Pass 23 Jul 2010 34,856 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 26,493 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 18,975 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 18,975 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DF05 EAK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DF05 EAK, 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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DF05 EAK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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