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WP05 UXB

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,420 mi
Last recorded30,420 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 UXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2012 30,420 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 30,420 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 24,288 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 21,022 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,551 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 13,301 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,301 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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WP05 UXB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WP05 UXB, 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

How do I check the history of WP05 UXB?

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What year was WP05 UXB registered?

WP05 UXB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is WP05 UXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP05 UXB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WP05 UXB have outstanding finance?

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