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AE05 UBR

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

222,963 mi
Last recorded222,963 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 UBR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 222,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 183,015 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front, Borderline (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 182,780 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 141,516 miles

Condition of nearside rear brake backplate

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

Nearside rear handbrake effort slightly low

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Droplink (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 105,545 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 73,829 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 73,663 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 64,489 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 54,906 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 47,406 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 39,953 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 30,721 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 24,112 miles

both front wipers smearing slightly

handbrake has long travel

Pass 28 Jun 2008 18,623 miles

rear tyres slight perished on treads

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 UBR is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UBR, 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 UBR registered?

AE05 UBR is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 July 2005.

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