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LG05 LXE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

186,653 mi
Last recorded186,653 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 LXE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 186,653 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 144,669 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 125,070 miles

cover and under tray fitted

offside front lower bolt 1 standard bolt replace on lower joint

Pass 11 Feb 2015 121,263 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 116,713 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 112,260 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 106,556 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 106,554 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 100,861 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 81,133 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 60,501 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 40,415 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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LG05 LXE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LG05 LXE, 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 LG05 LXE registered?

LG05 LXE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is LG05 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 LXE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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