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KN05 UWM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

164,045 mi
Last recorded164,045 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 UWM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 164,045 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 144,715 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 127,382 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 127,382 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 104,800 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 87,342 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 71,607 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 71,607 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2011 60,326 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 60,326 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 55,972 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

electronic power steering warning light stay on when vehicle is on idle, but goes out when driven. No fault found on steering at time of test

front brake discs worn (not to excess)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 45,005 miles

o/s + n/s rear brakes binding slightly

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Apr 2010 45,003 miles

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

o/s + n/s rear brakes binding slightly

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Apr 2009 35,820 miles

warning lamp on dashboard indicates there is a fault with steering system . no fault found during test .

Pass 3 Apr 2008 24,918 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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KN05 UWM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel 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 KN05 UWM, 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 KN05 UWM registered?

KN05 UWM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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