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DN05 TWX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,707 mi
Last recorded108,707 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 TWX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 108,707 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 97,803 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 83,878 miles

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

both front lower suspension bushes perished

front pads worn

off side front cv gaitor split

Pass 19 Dec 2013 69,659 miles

slight deterioration in both front suspension wishbones inner rear bushes

Fail 18 Dec 2013 69,659 miles

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

slight deterioration in both front suspension wishbones inner rear bushes

Pass 18 Dec 2012 55,482 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers slight smearing

offside sill damaged

small chip in screen

Fail 18 Dec 2012 55,482 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers slight smearing

offside sill damaged

small chip in screen

Pass 13 Dec 2011 47,379 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 47,377 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 40,221 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 33,366 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 23,476 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 TWX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TWX, 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 DN05 TWX registered?

DN05 TWX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is DN05 TWX safe to buy?

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