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HW05 LVL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,906 mi
Last recorded155,906 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 LVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 155,906 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 138,413 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 126,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 113,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 102,326 miles

Front grille broken / O/s/f bumper damaged

O/s/f brake back plate missing / n/s/f corroded

Fail 4 Aug 2015 102,323 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front grille broken / O/s/f bumper damaged

O/s/f brake back plate missing / n/s/f corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2014 86,246 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2014 86,246 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 83,468 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 77,998 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 66,856 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 54,380 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 42,303 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 29,653 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,343 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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HW05 LVL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HW05 LVL, 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 HW05 LVL registered?

HW05 LVL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is HW05 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 LVL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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