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AE05 MLJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,570 mi
Last recorded119,570 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 MLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 119,570 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 115,430 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 103,480 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front drive shaft inner boot split

Pass 8 Jan 2016 93,194 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 82,835 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 66,884 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 51,344 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 46,206 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 39,964 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 39,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 33,908 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 May 2010 33,727 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 May 2009 27,698 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 27,693 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 21,459 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 MLJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MLJ, 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 MLJ registered?

AE05 MLJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is AE05 MLJ safe to buy?

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