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AE05 TXN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

214,573 mi
Last recorded214,573 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 214,573 miles

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

nsr tyre cracked/perished

Pass 15 Jul 2020 205,285 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 205,283 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inners (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2019 193,369 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 193,362 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2018 181,574 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 169,210 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 169,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 160,498 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 147,056 miles

front brake disc back plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2014 127,439 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 127,434 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Jul 2013 103,520 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 103,520 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 82,831 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 72,004 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 61,331 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 50,742 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 38,463 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 TXN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 TXN, 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 TXN registered?

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

Is AE05 TXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 TXN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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