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KR05 EBM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,693 mi
Last recorded71,693 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 EBM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 71,693 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 71,693 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 71,113 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 71,113 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 70,368 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 70,368 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 68,120 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 65,143 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 61,472 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 56,624 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 52,086 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 47,953 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 42,711 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 42,711 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 37,270 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 37,270 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 31,717 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 25,287 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 25,287 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 18,735 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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KR05 EBM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KR05 EBM, 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 KR05 EBM registered?

KR05 EBM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is KR05 EBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 EBM shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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