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VE05 HDZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

202,648 mi
Last recorded202,648 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 HDZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 202,648 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

both side rear brake discs plates corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2016 202,583 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush both side (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

both side rear brake discs plates corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2015 178,521 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)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine warning light on

Pass 30 Jan 2014 154,128 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 8 Feb 2013 138,364 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 138,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 123,862 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 123,459 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 108,807 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 94,804 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 73,924 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 72,139 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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VE05 HDZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE05 HDZ, 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 VE05 HDZ registered?

VE05 HDZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 July 2005.

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