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DG05 HJN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

257,323 mi
Last recorded257,323 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 HJN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 257,323 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 257,323 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective can not open (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 254,116 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 241,689 miles

front inner wheel arch liners insecure

Fail 13 Aug 2016 241,689 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front inner wheel arch liners insecure

Pass 22 Jul 2015 229,024 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 196,452 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 182,064 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 165,294 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 148,200 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 129,891 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 110,658 miles

0ff side rear handbrake low reading

Pass 11 May 2011 99,350 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre on 3mm

unable to check all of underneath of vehicle due to plastic covers

Pass 14 May 2010 81,954 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2009 67,612 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 51,369 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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DG05 HJN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG05 HJN, 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 DG05 HJN registered?

DG05 HJN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is DG05 HJN safe to buy?

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