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OW05 BFZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

104,628 mi
Last recorded104,628 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 BFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 104,628 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 104,627 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 95,131 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 83,877 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 74,125 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 74,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 70,718 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2010 56,367 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 56,367 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 43,192 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 43,192 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 32,793 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 32,793 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

small cuts to nearsdie front tyre sidewall

Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,322 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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OW05 BFZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OW05 BFZ, 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

How do I check the history of OW05 BFZ?

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What year was OW05 BFZ registered?

OW05 BFZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is OW05 BFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW05 BFZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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