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FA54 WNW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

240,716 mi
Last recorded240,716 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 WNW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 240,716 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 221,363 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment no reserve travel park brake (1.1.18 (a))

brake pad warning light on

Fail 15 Apr 2019 221,363 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge very close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment no reserve travel park brake (1.1.18 (a))

brake pad warning light on

Nearside Front brake pad electrical cable liable to short out

Pass 20 Apr 2018 203,360 miles

Both rear tyres devoid of tread on inner edges. No cord at time of test.

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 181,320 miles

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Apr 2016 94,144 miles

Oil leaks

Fail 18 Apr 2016 94,144 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge worn (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leaks

Pass 31 Jan 2015 90,099 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 83,172 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 73,735 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 61,542 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 49,799 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 49,799 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 30,176 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 21,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,282 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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FA54 WNW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FA54 WNW, 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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FA54 WNW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 February 2005.

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