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AJ05 VMH

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

170,270 mi
Last recorded170,270 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 VMH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 170,270 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 170,137 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

BOTH REAR DISC BRAKE BACK PLATES EXCESSIVELY DETERIORATED

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS DETERIORATED AND REPLACEMENT ADVISED (3.5.1n)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 168,410 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 164,095 miles

advise rear brake disc back plates corroding and breaking up

Pass 20 Jun 2014 160,715 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 151,344 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 151,344 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 140,807 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Jun 2011 133,799 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 133,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 113,659 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 86,670 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 61,791 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 VMH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VMH, 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 VMH registered?

AJ05 VMH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is AJ05 VMH safe to buy?

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