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AE55 CGX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

116,999 mi
Last recorded116,999 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 CGX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 116,999 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 116,998 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 107,331 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

steering system showing fault as light is on (amber)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 86,415 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 84,855 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 84,694 miles

Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush both front arms rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 78,154 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 78,154 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 61,219 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,062 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 45,964 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,964 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 45,351 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 36,301 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 30,002 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 30,002 miles

Headlamp aim too low (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 CGX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CGX, 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 CGX registered?

AE55 CGX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is AE55 CGX safe to buy?

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