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WX05 LJL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

186,921 mi
Last recorded186,921 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 LJL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 186,921 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre inner side wall starting to split

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

Fail 10 Oct 2017 186,184 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre inner side wall starting to split

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 169,325 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 155,579 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 147,059 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 132,903 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 120,300 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 106,606 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 91,815 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 78,615 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 64,068 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 48,896 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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WX05 LJL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WX05 LJL, 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 WX05 LJL registered?

WX05 LJL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is WX05 LJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 LJL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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