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KN05 KOU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,138 mi
Last recorded108,138 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 KOU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 108,138 miles

n/s/f tyre bold inner edge

o/s/f tyre puncture

Pass 7 Aug 2012 91,057 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 72,397 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 55,626 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 55,604 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 41,846 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 26,915 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 26,915 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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KN05 KOU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KN05 KOU, 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 KN05 KOU registered?

KN05 KOU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is KN05 KOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 KOU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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