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ML05 DCX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,226 mi
Last recorded91,226 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 DCX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 91,226 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 87,452 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 75,580 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 67,574 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 57,947 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 44,679 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 44,679 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 32,579 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 24,389 miles

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

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

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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ML05 DCX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ML05 DCX, 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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How do I check the history of ML05 DCX?

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What year was ML05 DCX registered?

ML05 DCX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is ML05 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 DCX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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