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AE05 FKZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

178,438 mi
Last recorded178,438 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 FKZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 178,438 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 178,239 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 163,233 miles

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 147,847 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 136,226 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 125,116 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 118,012 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 10,917 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2010 81,044 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 65,645 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 52,857 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 52,771 miles

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

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

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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AE05 FKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE05 FKZ, 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 AE05 FKZ registered?

AE05 FKZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is AE05 FKZ safe to buy?

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