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FE05 RVO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

147,269 mi
Last recorded147,269 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 RVO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 147,269 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 147,269 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 140,376 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 134,630 miles

auxiliary belt worn/loose

Fail 24 Nov 2021 134,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

auxiliary belt worn/loose

Pass 8 Dec 2020 130,636 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 130,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 125,082 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2019 125,082 miles

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 121,989 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2018 121,985 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit terminals appear loose (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 114,141 miles

Nearside Front the bonnet stay is broken

Pass 30 Jun 2016 107,116 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 92,614 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 92,613 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 75,140 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

tyre monitor light on

Pass 26 Jun 2014 75,140 miles

tyre monitor light on

Pass 28 Jun 2013 55,199 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 34,025 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 29,271 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 23,468 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 17,303 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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FE05 RVO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FE05 RVO, 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 FE05 RVO registered?

FE05 RVO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FE05 RVO safe to buy?

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