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AE55 BRZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

240,733 mi
Last recorded240,733 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 BRZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 240,733 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 231,004 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2019 231,004 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 218,106 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 202,553 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 186,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 186,476 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened and o/s/f (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 169,252 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 156,970 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 140,016 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 113,670 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 88,751 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 76,858 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 60,533 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 31,945 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 31,939 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 31,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 29,905 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 29,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AE55 BRZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AE55 BRZ, 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 AE55 BRZ registered?

AE55 BRZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is AE55 BRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 BRZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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