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KN05 VCL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,083 mi
Last recorded145,083 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 VCL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 145,083 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 May 2019 145,083 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 134,545 miles

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

engine management warning light on

Fail 19 May 2018 134,545 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

engine management warning light on

Pass 20 May 2017 123,116 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Fail 20 May 2017 123,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Pass 10 May 2016 114,323 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 112,152 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 111,252 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 106,724 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 94,986 miles

o/s rear tyre starting to go out of shape

Pass 3 Jun 2011 81,550 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 81,550 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 68,717 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 54,637 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 36,929 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 VCL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VCL, 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 VCL registered?

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

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