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AE55 OLR

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

149,048 mi
Last recorded149,048 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 OLR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 149,048 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 149,043 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 137,271 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 123,330 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 112,745 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 112,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 103,005 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 95,027 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 85,255 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 85,255 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 79,850 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

nearside rear shock absorber cover loose

offside rear shock absorber cover loose

Pass 8 Dec 2010 67,837 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 55,555 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 41,063 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 41,063 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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 OLR is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OLR, 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 OLR registered?

AE55 OLR is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is AE55 OLR safe to buy?

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