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AE55 CAX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

277,466 mi
Last recorded277,466 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 277,466 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 257,739 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 242,756 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 227,175 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 227,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 198,387 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

boot lock stiff

front bump stops perishing

Pass 28 Aug 2012 169,706 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 136,675 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 105,873 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 71,147 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 38,669 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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AE55 CAX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CAX, 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 AE55 CAX registered?

AE55 CAX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is AE55 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 CAX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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