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DN05 DFZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,835 mi
Last recorded102,835 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 DFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 102,835 miles

Both Front flexi brake hoses slightly perished

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 100,573 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 90,808 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 84,599 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 84,599 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 77,816 miles

both fronts and n/s/r tyres low

Pass 14 Aug 2013 70,586 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 13 Aug 2013 70,577 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2012 58,057 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 58,057 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 44,143 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 30,566 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 23,212 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,971 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 14,064 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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DN05 DFZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DN05 DFZ, 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 DN05 DFZ registered?

DN05 DFZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DN05 DFZ safe to buy?

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