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AE05 TXH

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,529 mi
Last recorded159,529 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 TXH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 159,529 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs lipped

Pass 23 Jul 2015 15,408 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs lipped

Fail 21 Jul 2015 159,392 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs lipped

Pass 7 Aug 2014 140,745 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 140,628 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 119,821 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 101,893 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 81,291 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 62,930 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 46,259 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 28,766 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 TXH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TXH, 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 TXH registered?

AE05 TXH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is AE05 TXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 TXH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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