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AJ05 VMG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

214,148 mi
Last recorded214,148 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 VMG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2018 214,148 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 187,604 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 163,441 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 137,467 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2014 107,975 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 77,764 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 58,464 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 45,450 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 43,450 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 36,977 miles

both front tyres getting low

n/side rear tyre getting low

Pass 1 Jun 2009 30,186 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,444 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 VMG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VMG, 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 VMG registered?

AJ05 VMG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is AJ05 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 VMG shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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