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AE05 LXZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,098 mi
Last recorded120,098 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 LXZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 120,098 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 115,572 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2017 115,572 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 108,790 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 102,647 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2015 102,647 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 95,128 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 86,068 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 86,068 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 81,133 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 73,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 64,204 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 53,776 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 53,632 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

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 LXZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 AE05 LXZ, 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 LXZ registered?

AE05 LXZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is AE05 LXZ safe to buy?

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