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LK05 BXW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

230,247 mi
Last recorded230,247 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 BXW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2012 230,247 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 179,106 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 167,587 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 117,360 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 95,448 miles

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

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 BXW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BXW, 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 BXW registered?

LK05 BXW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is LK05 BXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 BXW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK05 BXW have outstanding finance?

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