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DV05 NSO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,201 mi
Last recorded88,201 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 NSO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 88,201 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 86,989 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 85,636 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 84,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 81,570 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 79,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 77,856 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

foot brake has slight travel

Pass 20 Oct 2018 76,630 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 72,717 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 72,717 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 69,107 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 61,114 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 May 2014 52,180 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,375 miles

exhaust mounting broken

Pass 20 Apr 2012 44,825 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,564 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 34,428 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 28,396 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 28,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,257 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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DV05 NSO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV05 NSO, 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 DV05 NSO registered?

DV05 NSO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is DV05 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 NSO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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