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OA05 DPV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

140,764 mi
Last recorded140,764 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOA05 DPV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 140,764 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 118,917 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 111,888 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 111,888 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 100,459 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2012 90,041 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 90,041 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 82,082 miles

chip in lower part of windscreen around 20mm in diameter outside of zone A

Pass 3 Sep 2010 71,885 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 54,311 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 39,233 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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OA05 DPV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OA05 DPV, 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 OA05 DPV registered?

OA05 DPV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is OA05 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OA05 DPV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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