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KS05 VDO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

119,780 mi
Last recorded119,780 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 VDO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2025 119,780 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

outer sills corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2024 119,191 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

outer sills corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2024 119,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

outer sills corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2023 117,697 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 114,780 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 112,474 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 110,032 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 107,863 miles

Front tyre tread depths worn low.

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 104,689 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 101,437 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 98,079 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 93,437 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 88,365 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 81,911 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 74,055 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 65,716 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 57,199 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 48,866 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 37,515 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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KS05 VDO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VDO, 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 VDO registered?

KS05 VDO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is KS05 VDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 VDO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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