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NG05 VVT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

251,588 mi
Last recorded251,588 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG05 VVT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 251,588 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 251,576 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 211,554 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 211,540 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 170,286 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 170,253 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Nov 2011 170,240 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 132,824 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 30 Jul 2010 132,179 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

all discs corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2009 104,112 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 79,893 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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NG05 VVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NG05 VVT, 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 NG05 VVT registered?

NG05 VVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is NG05 VVT safe to buy?

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