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PX05 XZK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,714 mi
Last recorded135,714 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 XZK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 135,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 123,527 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 105,890 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Hand brake outer cable bunching (collapsing)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 105,876 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear fog lamp not working Switch faultly? (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Hand brake outer cable bunching (collapsing)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 98,444 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 82,808 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 77,896 miles

Brake warning lamp on.

Front tyre are wearing on edges.

High level LED out

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear wiper not working

Pass 3 Jun 2013 71,355 miles

2 High level LEDs lamps out.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear wiper not working

Wear to rear discs and brake pads.

Windscreen washers low pressure.

Pass 31 Oct 2011 58,482 miles

N/S/F rack end has slight play

Pass 18 Jun 2010 46,024 miles

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

Rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,655 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2008 26,644 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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PX05 XZK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PX05 XZK, 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 PX05 XZK registered?

PX05 XZK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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The MOT history for PX05 XZK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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