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KM05 XWX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

157,629 mi
Last recorded157,629 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 XWX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 157,629 miles

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened centre (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 149,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tred (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tred (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 140,957 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 132,519 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 132,519 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 120,377 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 109,674 miles

e.m.l on

Fail 29 Jan 2014 109,674 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

e.m.l on

Pass 27 Dec 2012 102,485 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 97,224 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 97,224 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 92,038 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 79,252 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 65,181 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 65,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre worn low

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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KM05 XWX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KM05 XWX, 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 KM05 XWX registered?

KM05 XWX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 June 2005.

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