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AE05 TLN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

153,328 mi
Last recorded153,328 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 TLN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 153,328 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on the inside

both rear shock absorber plastic shrouds are loose

heat shield plate is loose

rear sub frame corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2017 153,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also worn below the legal limit (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn on the inside

both rear shock absorber plastic shrouds are loose

heat shield plate is loose

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2015 136,826 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 122,915 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 102,048 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 102,048 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 90,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2011 80,667 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 80,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 69,837 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 51,402 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 39,663 miles

front reg plate cracked but still secure and able to read

Fail 25 Jul 2008 39,663 miles

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

front reg plate cracked but still secure and able to read

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 TLN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 TLN, 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 TLN registered?

AE05 TLN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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