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AE55 OPJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,429 mi
Last recorded128,429 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 128,429 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear underbody corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2025 118,300 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 110,036 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 110,035 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator pads (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 100,644 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 98,593 miles

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

Offside rear shocker cover loose

Fail 17 Feb 2022 98,593 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside rear shocker cover loose

Pass 12 Mar 2021 96,864 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2 Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake backing plate insecure

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 95,422 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 94,035 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 91,983 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 89,724 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 86,876 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 82,235 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 78,412 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 74,887 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 69,861 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 64,419 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 40,379 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 52,093 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 OPJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 OPJ, 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 OPJ registered?

AE55 OPJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 December 2005.

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