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LV05 UKO

2005 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,077 mi
Last recorded188,077 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 UKO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 188,077 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 178,101 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 178,101 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 168,580 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 157,877 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 157,877 miles

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 77,113 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 121,521 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 121,519 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 74,000 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 87,242 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 87,222 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 68,293 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 68,293 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 54,090 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 54,088 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 108,288 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 104,716 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 90,981 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 77,645 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

damage o/s/f wing

Fail 16 Apr 2007 77,645 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

damage o/s/f wing

Pass 13 Oct 2006 60,748 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 10 Apr 2006 42,669 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 42,669 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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LV05 UKO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV05 UKO, 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 LV05 UKO registered?

LV05 UKO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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