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AE05 FVT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

142,679 mi
Last recorded142,679 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 FVT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 142,679 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 136,561 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 123,779 miles

EML on

covers over engine bay and under vehicle

Fail 6 Sep 2016 123,385 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

EML on

all 4 tyres worn on inner edges

covers over engine bay and under vehicle

Pass 1 Oct 2015 112,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

engine cover fitted

engine management light on

front wiper blades smearing slightly

oil level on min

under tray covers fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2015 112,408 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

engine cover fitted

engine management light on

front wiper blades smearing slightly

oil level on min

under tray covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 103,344 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on.

Fail 19 Sep 2014 103,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on.

Pass 21 Sep 2013 96,318 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Sep 2013 96,318 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 84,798 miles

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 72,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Sep 2010 61,262 miles

Front discs and pads are showing signs of heavy wear.

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

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

O/S/R tyre is cracking/perishing badly between treads.

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

Rear brake discs and pads are showing signs of heavy wear.

Pass 15 Sep 2010 61,262 miles

Front discs and pads are showing signs of heavy wear.

O/S/R tyre is cracking/perishing badly between treads.

Rear brake discs and pads are showing signs of heavy wear.

Pass 18 Sep 2009 49,054 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 36,694 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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AE05 FVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AE05 FVT, 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 FVT registered?

AE05 FVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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