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AF55 TVT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

125,734 mi
Last recorded125,734 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 TVT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 125,734 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

sills and under body covered

Fail 8 Sep 2017 125,734 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

sills and under body covered

Pass 10 Aug 2016 117,698 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 112,728 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 108,729 miles

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

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

advise, both rear brake backing plates corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2013 100,296 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 88,324 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 75,572 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 62,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 50,388 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 38,033 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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AF55 TVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AF55 TVT, 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

How do I check the history of AF55 TVT?

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What year was AF55 TVT registered?

AF55 TVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AF55 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 TVT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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