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BJ55 AZD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,461 mi
Last recorded141,461 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 AZD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 141,461 miles

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

foot brakes slightly spongy

minor black smoke on free acceleration, emissions ok

n/s and o/s front lower suspension arms rear bushes worn

wear and play in steering rack

Fail 16 Apr 2015 141,461 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

minor black smoke on free acceleration, emissions ok

n/s and o/s front lower suspension arms rear bushes worn

wear and play in steering rack

Pass 25 Mar 2014 129,850 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 128,444 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 128,444 miles

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

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 90,105 miles

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

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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BJ55 AZD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BJ55 AZD, 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 BJ55 AZD registered?

BJ55 AZD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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