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FD05 BAU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,374 mi
Last recorded63,374 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 BAU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 63,374 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 61,537 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 58,657 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 56,544 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 52,522 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 52,522 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 48,760 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 48,760 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 45,500 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 42,228 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly miss shaped

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 37,928 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 32,723 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,819 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 28,819 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 28,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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FD05 BAU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel 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 FD05 BAU, 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 FD05 BAU registered?

FD05 BAU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is FD05 BAU safe to buy?

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