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DM05 DEL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

116,343 mi
Last recorded116,343 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM05 DEL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 116,343 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 94,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet stay holding rod lower plastic clip fixing split

Pass 25 Apr 2014 86,733 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 86,733 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

eml warning lamp indicate fault

Pass 1 May 2013 80,316 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 82,518 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 82,518 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 61,727 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 61,727 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 52,417 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 52,305 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 41,030 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 29,438 miles

n/s/r tyre perished in tread

o/s/r tyre perished in tread

Fail 18 Feb 2008 29,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre perished in tread

o/s/r tyre perished in tread

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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DM05 DEL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DM05 DEL, 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 DM05 DEL registered?

DM05 DEL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DM05 DEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DM05 DEL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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