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KS05 UTL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,431 mi
Last recorded96,431 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 UTL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 96,431 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jun 2014 81,026 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 65,186 miles

Both rear tyres worn smooth on inside edge.

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 65,186 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both rear tyres worn smooth on inside edge.

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

Fail 3 Jul 2012 50,331 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Some corrosion on front and rear discs.

Pass 3 Jul 2012 50,331 miles

Some corrosion on front and rear discs.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 42,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 35,924 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,403 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2009 30,403 miles

Offside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 24,941 miles

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

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

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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KS05 UTL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KS05 UTL, 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 KS05 UTL registered?

KS05 UTL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is KS05 UTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 UTL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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