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RA05 ZVG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,794 mi
Last recorded59,794 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 ZVG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 59,794 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 58,809 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 57,285 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 55,500 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 55,500 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 52,987 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 50,404 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 46,136 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 41,619 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 36,171 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 31,898 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 27,885 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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RA05 ZVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc 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 RA05 ZVG, 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 RA05 ZVG registered?

RA05 ZVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is RA05 ZVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 ZVG 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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