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BD05 TFJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,790 mi
Last recorded136,790 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 TFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 136,790 miles

Both front indicator slightly discoloured

Both front wipers slightly smearing

Both rear disc has a corroded lip

Both rear indicators slightly discoloured

front registration plate delaminated and deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Fail 25 Sep 2014 136,784 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both front indicator slightly discoloured

Both front wipers slightly smearing

Both rear disc has a corroded lip

Both rear indicators slightly discoloured

front registration plate delaminated and deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Pass 30 Sep 2013 131,840 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 41,991 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 126,977 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder.

Fail 26 Sep 2012 126,960 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder.

Pass 26 Sep 2011 121,507 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 114,564 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 114,486 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 130,098 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 89,913 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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BD05 TFJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BD05 TFJ, 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 BD05 TFJ registered?

BD05 TFJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is BD05 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 TFJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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