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VK05 NZX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,231 mi
Last recorded132,231 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 NZX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 132,231 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 100,976 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 64,336 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 60,450 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2016 60,444 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 54,546 miles

nearside rear drive shaft oil seal has slight seepage of oil

Pass 2 Jul 2014 47,764 miles

oil level low

Fail 2 Jul 2014 47,763 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil level low

Pass 27 Jun 2013 38,162 miles

Nsr tyre on 3mm.

Osr tyre on 3mm.

Pass 5 Jul 2012 28,558 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 28,558 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 22,312 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre (205/60/15 91v michelin energy e3a ) unrepairable

Fail 1 Jul 2011 22,312 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

nail in nearside rear tyre (205/60/15 91v michelin energy e3a ) unrepairable

Pass 7 Jul 2010 14,354 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,892 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 8,868 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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VK05 NZX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VK05 NZX, 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 VK05 NZX registered?

VK05 NZX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is VK05 NZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 NZX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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