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AE05 FWC

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,476 mi
Last recorded182,476 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 FWC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 182,476 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

handbrake efficiency only nineteen percent

Pass 6 Jul 2016 167,593 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 151,193 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 137,782 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 119,463 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 97,314 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 94,728 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 94,728 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 82,549 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 69,044 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 51,930 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 51,930 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 FWC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver 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 FWC, 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 FWC registered?

AE05 FWC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is AE05 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 FWC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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