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AE05 TZC

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,113 mi
Last recorded134,113 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 TZC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 134,113 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 121,365 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 121,365 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 23 Oct 2017 118,476 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 79,232 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 64,721 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 62,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside & offside front tyres wearing badly on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2014 55,164 miles

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

front brake discs corroding slightly

Pass 10 Aug 2013 47,927 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2012 41,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 33,017 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 28,868 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 28,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 24,485 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 21,026 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 TZC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TZC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 TZC registered?

AE05 TZC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is AE05 TZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 TZC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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