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KU05 GXD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,401 mi
Last recorded45,401 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 GXD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 45,401 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake pipe flexi showing signs of been clamped at some point.

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

both front bottom arm rear bushes deteriating but no excessive play

front sub frame, rear bushes deteriating but no excessive play

n/s/r brake binding when checked by hand but tested ok on rbt

o/s/f seat belt slow to retract

Pass 8 Mar 2017 43,642 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

n/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 11 Mar 2016 39,468 miles

o/s/r bumpstop split

Pass 27 Feb 2015 36,570 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2014 33,818 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 33,818 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 31,367 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 31,367 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,094 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 26,005 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2011 26,005 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 22,988 miles

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

auxillary belt tensioner and belt worn/split

Pass 2 Mar 2009 19,334 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 15,970 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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KU05 GXD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KU05 GXD, 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 KU05 GXD?

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What year was KU05 GXD registered?

KU05 GXD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is KU05 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 GXD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU05 GXD have outstanding finance?

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