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VO05 OVX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,913 mi
Last recorded174,913 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO05 OVX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 174,913 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 166,743 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 156,420 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 155,021 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 153,921 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 153,921 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 142,589 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 142,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2010 131,450 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 121,165 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 111,677 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 111,347 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Timing belt overdue emissions test autherised by Andrew McGarva

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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VO05 OVX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc 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 VO05 OVX, 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 VO05 OVX registered?

VO05 OVX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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