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NX05 VVN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

166,999 mi
Last recorded166,999 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 VVN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 166,999 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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 166,883 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 159,505 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 154,158 miles

all indicators slightly discoloured

check offside side repeater

Pass 15 Nov 2018 146,786 miles

check nearside sill

check side repeater

under floor covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Nov 2017 136,315 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 126,590 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2015 114,568 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 18 Nov 2015 114,568 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 10,244 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 102,380 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 90,439 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 81,051 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 71,465 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 69,676 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 60,994 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 47,851 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 39,499 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 27,903 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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NX05 VVN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NX05 VVN, 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 NX05 VVN registered?

NX05 VVN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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