MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
305,649 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Bonnet realease lever loose.
n/s/r shock-absorber dust cover deteriated.
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Bonnet realease lever loose.
n/s/r shock-absorber dust cover deteriated.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Engine managment light on.
Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
Offside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Both rear shock-absorber dust covers perished.
Covers fitted under body restricting under body inspection.
Engine under cover fitted.
no oil showing on dip stick nec/to top up
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?
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EJ05 DFV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EJ05 DFV, 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 EJ05 DFV registered?
EJ05 DFV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2005.
Is EJ05 DFV safe to buy?
The MOT history for EJ05 DFV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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