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AE55 CVB

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

183,669 mi
Last recorded183,669 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 CVB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 183,669 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 166,826 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 148,593 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 134,079 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 115,723 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/r tyre has cut on side wall

Pass 18 Oct 2011 99,507 miles

offside front brake back plate corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2010 75,913 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 75,908 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 61,535 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 47,926 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 CVB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CVB, 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 CVB registered?

AE55 CVB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AE55 CVB safe to buy?

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