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AD05 MKU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,266 mi
Last recorded160,266 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 MKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2011 160,266 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 160,266 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 126,945 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 96,197 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 86,387 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 21,936 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 21,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AD05 MKU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel 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 AD05 MKU, 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 AD05 MKU?

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What year was AD05 MKU registered?

AD05 MKU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is AD05 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 MKU 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 AD05 MKU have outstanding finance?

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