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KE05 ECJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,023 mi
Last recorded139,023 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 ECJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 139,023 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 127,116 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 114,543 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 106,846 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 88,508 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 57,766 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2019 55,891 miles

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 54,494 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Feb 2017 53,002 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 49,761 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all items

Fail 15 Feb 2016 49,755 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)

nail in n/s/r tyre

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all items

Pass 6 Feb 2015 46,812 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 43,589 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 43,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,928 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,117 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 32,065 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,921 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 23,553 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 17,339 miles

Nearside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Offside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Fail 25 Feb 2008 17,335 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Offside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

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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KE05 ECJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KE05 ECJ, 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 KE05 ECJ registered?

KE05 ECJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KE05 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE05 ECJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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