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ET54 MLJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,668 mi
Last recorded95,668 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 MLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 95,668 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 94,245 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 94,235 miles

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

both rear consol bushes split

Pass 18 Jan 2017 92,921 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 91,377 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 89,063 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 84,738 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 78,312 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 71,735 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 71,735 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 63,548 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 63,548 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 54,622 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 43,727 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 33,048 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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ET54 MLJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ET54 MLJ, 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 ET54 MLJ registered?

ET54 MLJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is ET54 MLJ safe to buy?

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