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LK05 BWE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,303 mi
Last recorded88,303 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 BWE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 88,303 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 85,074 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 81,228 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 77,223 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 73,963 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 70,384 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 67,498 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 63,013 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 59,186 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 55,501 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 52,113 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 49,049 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 44,972 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 41,739 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 41,739 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2012 37,558 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 34,297 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 30,610 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 25,639 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 21,575 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 BWE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BWE, 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 LK05 BWE registered?

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

Is LK05 BWE safe to buy?

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