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WJ05 LFU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

137,594 mi
Last recorded137,594 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 LFU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 137,594 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 118,778 miles

Offside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Rear registration plate slightly deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Fail 19 Aug 2016 118,778 miles

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

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

Offside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Rear registration plate slightly deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Pass 14 Aug 2015 112,417 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)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 105,484 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 97,100 miles

split in OSF tyre outer sidewall not showing cords

Pass 18 Oct 2012 87,356 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 78,385 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 67,566 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 55,821 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 39,029 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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WJ05 LFU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WJ05 LFU, 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 WJ05 LFU registered?

WJ05 LFU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is WJ05 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ05 LFU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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