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KT05 VKZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,389 mi
Last recorded111,389 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 VKZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 111,389 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 106,193 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR INNER EDGES VERY LOW (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 100,292 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 93,863 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 87,956 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 78,438 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 78,433 miles

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

Offside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front Upper Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 67,807 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 57,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 57,857 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 52,595 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 52,595 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 42,274 miles

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

both number plates illegal

Pass 24 Mar 2009 42,274 miles

both number plates illegal

Pass 27 Mar 2008 35,283 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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KT05 VKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KT05 VKZ, 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 KT05 VKZ registered?

KT05 VKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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The MOT history for KT05 VKZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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