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WJ05 NDK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

116,998 mi
Last recorded116,998 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 NDK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 116,998 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 96,326 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 96,323 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 76,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 76,433 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 58,650 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 55,529 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 50,586 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 47,751 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 43,327 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 39,663 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 35,951 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 33,826 miles

engine slow to turn over ( possibly battery )

rear nearside tyre is worn

Pass 13 Feb 2015 31,046 miles

Battery may soon need attention

Rear nearside tyre worn

Pass 14 Feb 2014 28,326 miles

r/n/s tyre worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 22 Feb 2013 20,845 miles

both front tyres are worn & on the limit

f/o/s head light is damp and will need attention

Pass 13 Feb 2012 22,601 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 20,212 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 16,345 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 14,176 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 11,116 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 NDK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 NDK, 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 NDK registered?

WJ05 NDK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for WJ05 NDK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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