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KN05 XGG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

106,540 mi
Last recorded106,540 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 XGG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 106,540 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 96,638 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 87,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 78,675 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 69,175 miles

headlamp lenses slightly foggy

Fail 29 Nov 2021 69,175 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

headlamp lenses slightly foggy

Pass 27 Nov 2020 60,874 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 59,587 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 58,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

n/s/r light cluster loose

Pass 12 May 2017 55,473 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 53,852 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 51,703 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 48,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 44,822 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 41,866 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 38,176 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2010 33,636 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 29,021 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 22,132 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 XGG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 XGG, 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 XGG registered?

KN05 XGG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is KN05 XGG safe to buy?

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