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WR05 WVM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,346 mi
Last recorded151,346 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 WVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 151,346 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 150,884 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 149,401 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 144,203 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside+nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside+nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 130,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Axle Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Axle Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 120,013 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 31 May 2017 120,013 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 110,701 miles

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle bush pair (2.4.F.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 101,284 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 91,512 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 82,068 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 74,502 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 64,092 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 54,390 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 45,240 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 36,493 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 WVM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WR05 WVM, 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 WVM registered?

WR05 WVM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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The MOT history for WR05 WVM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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