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KR54 TVJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,786 mi
Last recorded118,786 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 TVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 118,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2018 108,473 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 100,227 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2017 100,227 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 81,195 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 81,195 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working both outer (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 69,692 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 58,880 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 46,033 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,030 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 24,482 miles

both front tyres cracked and perished

Pass 14 Sep 2010 19,493 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 14,574 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 9,304 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 9,304 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,283 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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KR54 TVJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KR54 TVJ, 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 KR54 TVJ registered?

KR54 TVJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is KR54 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR54 TVJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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