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KW05 SYZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,340 mi
Last recorded136,340 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 136,340 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 136,337 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 128,020 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 118,183 miles

front tyres perishing

Pass 20 Aug 2019 118,171 miles

rear flexies perishing

wipers poor

Pass 11 Sep 2017 107,130 miles

rear tyres getting low and perisihng

Pass 9 Aug 2016 97,257 miles

all tyres low and perishing

rear pads getting low

Pass 28 Jul 2015 91,613 miles

both rear tyres perishing

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 29 Jul 2014 84,519 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 77,548 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 77,548 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 64,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 55,389 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 55,389 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/r tyre eorn inner

Pass 22 Jul 2010 47,667 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 47,427 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 39,020 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 26,618 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 SYZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SYZ, 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

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What year was KW05 SYZ registered?

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

Is KW05 SYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 SYZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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