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KS05 VDJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,280 mi
Last recorded151,280 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 VDJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 151,280 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)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 133,928 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 4 Jul 2015 115,235 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2015 115,233 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2014 97,842 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 97,765 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 79,134 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 64,707 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 50,277 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 39,802 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 32,046 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 23,831 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

n/s/r tyre has bad cut not to cords

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 VDJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KS05 VDJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS05 VDJ registered?

KS05 VDJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is KS05 VDJ safe to buy?

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