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WR05 HGN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

203,906 mi
Last recorded203,906 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 HGN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 203,906 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 193,900 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre wearing low in center

Pass 19 Nov 2012 182,836 miles

front discs slightly worn

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 Nov 2012 182,836 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front discs slightly worn

Pass 15 Nov 2011 171,456 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 171,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2010 153,952 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 153,952 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 134,546 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 134,546 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 107,078 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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WR05 HGN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WR05 HGN, 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 WR05 HGN registered?

WR05 HGN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is WR05 HGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR05 HGN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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