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AP55 CFK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,229 mi
Last recorded126,229 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 CFK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2020 126,229 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Emissions not tested due to coolant leak. CO was failing at time test was aborted. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear bump stops perished

both rears & n/s/f brakes binding slightly

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 21 May 2019 117,560 miles

both rear shock dust covers insecure

Fail 13 May 2019 117,557 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

both rear shock dust covers insecure

Pass 25 Apr 2018 106,977 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 95,776 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 84,655 miles

Offside Rear shock dust cover insecure

Fail 29 Mar 2016 84,655 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear shock dust cover insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2015 75,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre at 2;5mm

offside rear shock absorber dust cover is detached

Fail 15 Apr 2015 75,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre at 2;5mm

offside rear shock absorber dust cover is detached

Pass 6 May 2014 67,128 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2013 58,292 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 47,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2012 47,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,482 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 19,380 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 8,827 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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AP55 CFK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP55 CFK, 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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AP55 CFK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 December 2005.

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