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ML05 WMZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,318 mi
Last recorded178,318 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 WMZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 178,318 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. OFFSIDE WEAK COMPARED TO NEARSIDE (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT & REAR (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 172,806 miles

bonnet safety catch very stiff

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear registration plates deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 167,959 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 167,959 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 163,159 miles

both rear shock absorbers outer sleeves detached

Pass 6 Aug 2019 155,874 miles

both rear shock absorbers outer sleeves detached

Pass 23 Jul 2018 148,200 miles

both rear shock absorbers outer sleeves detached

Pass 26 Jul 2017 141,643 miles

engine management light on

Fail 26 Jul 2017 141,643 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 4 Aug 2016 134,875 miles

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

n/s/r shock absorber outer sleeve detached

Pass 24 Jul 2015 128,122 miles

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

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

engine warning light on

Pass 8 Aug 2014 122,079 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Aug 2014 122,079 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

Pass 1 Aug 2013 114,688 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

e c u light on

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover missing

Pass 20 Aug 2012

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside rear brakes binding

Pass 26 May 2011 95,639 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 87,079 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 79,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise o/s/r outer sill damaged

Pass 28 May 2008 63,708 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 63,708 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

offside outer seal damaged

oil level low and lamp showing on dash

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 WMZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ML05 WMZ, 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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ML05 WMZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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