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OE05 UVG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

115,857 mi
Last recorded115,857 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 UVG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 115,857 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 111,321 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 107,469 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 103,484 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 98,247 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 90,207 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 82,723 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2013 73,992 miles

front pads look low

Pass 17 Jul 2012 66,997 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER & OUTER EDGES

Pass 8 Jul 2011 58,169 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL SLIGHTLY SCUFFED & DAMAGED

Pass 28 Jun 2010 49,962 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside screen washer requires attention

Fail 3 Jul 2009 41,818 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 41,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 31,627 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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OE05 UVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OE05 UVG, 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 OE05 UVG registered?

OE05 UVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is OE05 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 UVG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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