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LK05 BWB

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

103,700 mi
Last recorded103,700 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 BWB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 103,700 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 94,451 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 84,678 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 80,359 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 78,170 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive water (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2020 78,170 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive water (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 68,098 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 68,098 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 57,363 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 52,978 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 49,300 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 45,989 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 42,549 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2014 42,549 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 38,062 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 34,316 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 30,858 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 26,293 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 21,004 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 15,574 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 BWB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BWB, 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 BWB registered?

LK05 BWB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 May 2005.

Is LK05 BWB safe to buy?

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