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PL05 MVU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,684 mi
Last recorded142,684 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 MVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 142,684 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp Condensation

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

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

Rear Surface corrosion suspension

Fail 9 Aug 2017 142,684 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp Condensation

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Surface corrosion suspension

Pass 21 Jul 2016 104,992 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 97,609 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 97,609 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 90,546 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 83,798 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Oct 2013 83,753 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2012 74,587 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine warning light on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 66,027 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 57,753 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 48,357 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 36,915 miles

rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges

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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PL05 MVU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PL05 MVU, 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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PL05 MVU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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