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PX05 XVL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

140,395 mi
Last recorded140,395 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 XVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 140,395 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 136,596 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 136,586 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 May 2012 132,756 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 129,532 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2010 125,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 125,435 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 118,080 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 108,126 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front door mirror damaged (requires atention)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 108,126 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nearside front door mirror damaged (requires atention)

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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PX05 XVL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PX05 XVL, 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 PX05 XVL registered?

PX05 XVL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is PX05 XVL safe to buy?

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