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KS05 VHK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

125,308 mi
Last recorded125,308 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 VHK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 125,308 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 26 Mar 2018 125,126 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Apr 2017 119,945 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 113,870 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 113,766 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 102,804 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 64,225 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 85,080 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 78,101 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 78,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 69,009 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 69,009 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 57,414 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 25,618 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2008 35,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 35,152 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 VHK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VHK, 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 VHK registered?

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

Is KS05 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 VHK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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