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CX55 AEL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

114,052 mi
Last recorded114,052 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 AEL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 114,052 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 114,050 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2025 112,120 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc backing plate corroded

fuel tank has repair patch but not leaking at time of test

Fail 14 Feb 2025 112,117 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear brake disc backing plate corroded

fuel tank has repair patch but not leaking at time of test

Pass 16 Oct 2023 106,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 106,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 99,814 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 99,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 98,713 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 96,573 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 93,990 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 90,948 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 86,582 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 81,987 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 81,980 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 75,259 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 75,246 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 68,883 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 63,289 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 56,006 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 49,069 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 42,936 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 33,118 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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CX55 AEL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CX55 AEL, 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 CX55 AEL registered?

CX55 AEL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is CX55 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX55 AEL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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