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BJ05 ERZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,960 mi
Last recorded125,960 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 ERZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 125,960 miles

Both front tyres wearing close to the legal limit

Pass 14 Mar 2017 101,851 miles

Front registration plate

Pass 17 Mar 2016 95,307 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake disc's rusty and back plates corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2015 88,285 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 81,635 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 75,303 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 69,557 miles

front registration plate deteriated

Pass 23 Mar 2011 63,793 miles

N/S inner cv boot split

N/S/F console bush perished

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 63,793 miles

N/S inner cv boot split

N/S/F console bush perished

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 56,453 miles

N/S/F windscreen washer poor

Pass 30 Mar 2009 48,493 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 48,402 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 39,362 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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BJ05 ERZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BJ05 ERZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ05 ERZ registered?

BJ05 ERZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ05 ERZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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