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OU05 XZL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,184 mi
Last recorded123,184 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 XZL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 123,184 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 101,347 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 101,347 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 81,087 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 77,207 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 69,972 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 62,468 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 55,458 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 46,529 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,027 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 36,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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OU05 XZL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol 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 OU05 XZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU05 XZL registered?

OU05 XZL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for OU05 XZL 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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