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KS05 VEO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,631 mi
Last recorded48,631 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 VEO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 48,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 48,520 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 48,160 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 48,147 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 47,384 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 46,907 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 45,131 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 45,131 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 43,591 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer side wall perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner side wall perished (4.1.E.1)

Under covers obscuring view

Pass 21 Oct 2016 41,027 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)

Fail 20 Oct 2016 41,014 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 Oct 2015 39,183 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 33,969 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 27,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 24,139 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 19,578 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 15,785 miles

sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 27 Oct 2009 12,578 miles

under sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 21 Oct 2008 9,523 miles

full under shelds fitted to under side of car

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 VEO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VEO, 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

How do I check the history of KS05 VEO?

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What year was KS05 VEO registered?

KS05 VEO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is KS05 VEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 VEO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS05 VEO have outstanding finance?

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