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AE05 MLK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

129,979 mi
Last recorded129,979 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 MLK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 129,979 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 108,158 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 105,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 102,081 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 102,081 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2017 96,355 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 91,295 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 91,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 85,705 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 79,145 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 72,273 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 66,038 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 57,238 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 49,428 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 49,379 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 41,647 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 33,529 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 MLK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 MLK, 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 MLK registered?

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

Is AE05 MLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 MLK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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