CarVerify

Free Car Check

KV55 OSW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1984cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,036 mi
Last recorded59,036 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 OSW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 59,036 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked (6.3.1d)

exhaust cat broken inside

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 29 Apr 2016 59,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre 205/60x15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked (6.3.1d)

exhaust cat broken inside

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 7 Apr 2015 50,807 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 45,290 miles

both front tyres have worn inner edges

Fail 22 Apr 2014 45,227 miles

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

both front tyres have worn inner edges

Pass 26 Apr 2013 38,839 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 31,820 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 24,406 miles

both rear tyres have cracks to tread area

Pass 30 Apr 2010 17,791 miles

all four tyres have cracks to tread area

Pass 29 May 2009 12,038 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 May 2009 12,038 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 9,926 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KV55 OSW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV55 OSW, 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 KV55 OSW?

You can check the full history of KV55 OSW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KV55 OSW registered?

KV55 OSW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is KV55 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 OSW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV55 OSW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KV55 OSW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.