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KW05 SWF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

161,331 mi
Last recorded161,331 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 SWF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 161,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 147,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 147,607 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

small lump inside wall offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jan 2024 136,620 miles

nearside @ offside rear tyres cracking slightly in tread

nearside side repeater lense damage slightly and slightly dim in operation

Pass 24 Jan 2023 132,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 132,208 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour replace bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour replace bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 127,003 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

mil light on

Pass 8 Jan 2021 122,322 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 117,856 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 112,488 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 32,860 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 104,220 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre perishing slightly in tread

Pass 23 Nov 2015 97,256 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,907 miles

offside front brake pads very low

Pass 20 Jul 2013 72,913 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 60,590 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 87,392 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 41,848 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 30,881 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 22,779 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 SWF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KW05 SWF, 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 SWF registered?

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

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