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OV05 TXL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,809 mi
Last recorded118,809 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 TXL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 118,809 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 115,957 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 112,876 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 110,139 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened various components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 106,862 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 103,406 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 96,979 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 90,788 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 93,310 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 73,125 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 63,474 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 59,069 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2013 53,317 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 48,598 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 43,646 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 39,182 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 31,590 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 24,452 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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OV05 TXL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV05 TXL, 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 OV05 TXL registered?

OV05 TXL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is OV05 TXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 TXL shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV05 TXL have outstanding finance?

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