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MJ05 LXS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,103 mi
Last recorded78,103 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 LXS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 78,103 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 78,677 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 73,626 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2018 73,626 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 69,200 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 64,182 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 59,947 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 55,473 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 46,854 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 38,554 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 29,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jun 2010 23,156 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 18,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

damage to front bumper.

small chip in front screen.

Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,292 miles

damage to front bumper.

small chip in front screen.

Pass 28 May 2008 13,778 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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MJ05 LXS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ05 LXS, 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 MJ05 LXS registered?

MJ05 LXS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is MJ05 LXS safe to buy?

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