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RV05 XZU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,672 mi
Last recorded155,672 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 XZU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 155,672 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 114,174 miles

o/s wiper blade worn

Pass 17 Nov 2016 70,356 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush and offside rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 70,337 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush and offside rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 May 2016 48,421 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 47,066 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 45,586 miles

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

front tyres slightly perished

noise from alternator belt area

Pass 4 Feb 2014 43,346 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 41,122 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 39,193 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 36,288 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 36,288 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 32,335 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 28,550 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 7 Mar 2008 24,992 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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RV05 XZU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RV05 XZU, 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 RV05 XZU registered?

RV05 XZU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is RV05 XZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 XZU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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