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AK05 AFV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,928 mi
Last recorded126,928 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 AFV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 126,928 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Door mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 119,673 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 113,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 111,462 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 105,972 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 101,563 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 96,582 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 91,592 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 91,591 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 86,761 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 80,644 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 72,803 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 65,374 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 58,506 miles

front brake discs corroded.

rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 20 Mar 2012 52,646 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 44,503 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 44,503 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 38,907 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 32,439 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 26,664 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AK05 AFV 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 90%.

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 AK05 AFV, 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 AK05 AFV registered?

AK05 AFV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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