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AE05 GAU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

218,040 mi
Last recorded218,040 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 218,040 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 204,664 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 172,022 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 137,252 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 115,364 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 88,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Mar 2011 65,363 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 57,294 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 47,726 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 47,726 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 36,063 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 36,063 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 GAU 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 GAU, 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

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What year was AE05 GAU registered?

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

Is AE05 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 GAU 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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