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KW05 SWZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,071 mi
Last recorded85,071 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 SWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2012 85,071 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 185,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 175,228 miles

ADVISE/ OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDG OF TREAD/NEARSIDE REAR WORN ON BOTH EDGES OF TREAD/ OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDG OF TREAD/ NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER ARM REAR BUSH IS DETERIORATING.

Pass 8 Dec 2010 163,824 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 163,824 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 138,696 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 138,696 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 104,151 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 SWZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SWZ, 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 SWZ registered?

KW05 SWZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is KW05 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 SWZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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