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VN05 WTX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,928 mi
Last recorded95,928 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 WTX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 95,928 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 85,680 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 85,537 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 73,431 miles

slight judder/squealing on front brakes

Pass 19 Nov 2011 64,032 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 52,359 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2010 52,347 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 49,316 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 44,249 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 34,407 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE PUNCTURED(REPAIRABLE).

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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VN05 WTX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN05 WTX, 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 VN05 WTX registered?

VN05 WTX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is VN05 WTX safe to buy?

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