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KW05 SVG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

172,008 mi
Last recorded172,008 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 SVG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 172,008 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 172,008 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 170,080 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 167,228 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2015 167,228 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 124,994 miles

slight bind at offside front brake

Pass 22 Jul 2013 108,254 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 107,805 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 82,151 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 82,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 70,826 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 50,646 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 44,378 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 34,817 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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KW05 SVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KW05 SVG, 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 KW05 SVG registered?

KW05 SVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is KW05 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 SVG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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