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WG05 DGZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,125 mi
Last recorded110,125 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 DGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 110,125 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 110,094 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour ALL (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear coil spring broken BOTH (2.4.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working BOTH (1.2.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL (3.6.B.2c)

Front Both Discs corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2014 101,703 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 101,703 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 92,139 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 82,902 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 72,578 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 63,275 miles

small cut on outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2009 49,732 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 26,812 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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WG05 DGZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc 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 WG05 DGZ, 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 WG05 DGZ registered?

WG05 DGZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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