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KS05 VEB

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,492 mi
Last recorded76,492 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 VEB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2014 76,492 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 66,704 miles

EML light on

NSR shock abs bump stop and alloy collar deteriorated and top cover adrift

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

surface cracks in base of tread OSR tyre

Fail 7 Nov 2013 66,704 miles

EML light on

NSR shock abs bump stop and alloy collar deteriorated and top cover adrift

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

surface cracks in base of tread OSR tyre

Pass 9 Nov 2012 54,678 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 54,625 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front tyres wearing on innewr edges

management light was on at start of test

rear pads wearing low

Pass 10 Nov 2011 41,556 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 39,515 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 34,619 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 29,111 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 24,458 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 24,455 miles

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

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 VEB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red 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 VEB, 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 VEB registered?

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

Is KS05 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 VEB 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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