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AK05 BDE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,897 mi
Last recorded160,897 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 BDE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2015 160,897 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 160,896 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 145,914 miles

Engine light on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2012 136,108 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 122,686 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 112,423 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside headlamp slightly dim when compared to nearside

Pass 15 Mar 2011 112,423 miles

Offside headlamp slightly dim when compared to nearside

Pass 8 Mar 2010 92,638 miles

front brake discs scored and worn on inner faces

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 20 Mar 2009 77,351 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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AK05 BDE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BDE, 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 BDE registered?

AK05 BDE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is AK05 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 BDE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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