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WJ05 LFN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

140,247 mi
Last recorded140,247 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 LFN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 140,247 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)

em light on

Fail 22 Feb 2013 140,247 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

em light on

Pass 16 Feb 2012 114,718 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 114,718 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 95,748 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2011 95,672 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 78,560 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 61,239 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 32,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 53,086 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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WJ05 LFN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ05 LFN, 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 WJ05 LFN registered?

WJ05 LFN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is WJ05 LFN safe to buy?

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