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AF05 XWM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

156,234 mi
Last recorded156,234 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XWM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 156,234 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 156,224 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 147,206 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 137,293 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 128,636 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear subframe+components corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2022 118,125 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 110,648 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 105,237 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Mar 2019 96,949 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 88,038 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 79,433 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 67,889 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 59,285 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 54,069 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 48,680 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 44,505 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 41,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Mar 2010 37,318 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 27,663 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,602 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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AF05 XWM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AF05 XWM, 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 AF05 XWM registered?

AF05 XWM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AF05 XWM safe to buy?

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