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AJ05 BJO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,943 mi
Last recorded127,943 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 BJO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 127,943 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 113,346 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

on EML light is on

Fail 11 Jun 2014 113,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

on EML light is on

Pass 28 Jun 2013 99,304 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 84,791 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 71,574 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 58,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 35,927 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 27,945 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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AJ05 BJO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AJ05 BJO, 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 AJ05 BJO registered?

AJ05 BJO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is AJ05 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 BJO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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