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LK05 BSU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,373 mi
Last recorded102,373 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 BSU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 102,373 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 102,373 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 97,734 miles

BOTH FRONT WIPERS SMEAR

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front TYRE WORN INNER EDGE

Offside Rear BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

Fail 30 Apr 2016 97,734 miles

BOTH FRONT WIPERS SMEAR

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front TYRE WORN INNER EDGE

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

Offside Rear BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

Pass 1 Apr 2015 90,337 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 84,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Winter tyres fitted at time of test.

Pass 18 Apr 2013 74,659 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 74,659 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 63,928 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 56,114 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 50,304 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 43,361 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,641 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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LK05 BSU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LK05 BSU, 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 LK05 BSU registered?

LK05 BSU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LK05 BSU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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