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KN05 VCT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

95,191 mi
Last recorded95,191 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 VCT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 95,191 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 94,715 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 93,614 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 91,249 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 88,914 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2020 87,107 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 82,721 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 82,721 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 77,927 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing slightly between tread

Offside Rear tyre perishing slightly between tread

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 72,924 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2017 72,923 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 66,545 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre on 3mm + slightly wearing on inner edge + perishing

nearside rear tyre perishing in tread

offside front tyre on 3.5mm + going bald on inner edge + slightly wearing on outer edge + perishing

offside front wiper slightly poor clearing

offside rear tyre on 3.5mm + slightly stepping on inner edge + perishing

Pass 20 May 2015 61,120 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 55,638 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2013 51,309 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 46,475 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 May 2012 46,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2011 40,717 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 35,298 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 26 May 2010 35,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 14 May 2009 28,544 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 28,536 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 20,512 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 VCT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VCT, 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 VCT registered?

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

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