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FE05 RWL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

238,309 mi
Last recorded238,309 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 238,309 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 238,309 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 216,557 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both osf/nsf (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 210,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 189,743 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Aug 2019 154,279 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp bulb not working at time of test

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Sep 2018 126,474 miles

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Jul 2017 83,535 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 80,646 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 63,253 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 56,108 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 53,602 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 54,836 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 54,834 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 53,436 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 49,583 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 44,653 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 39,399 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 34,252 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 RWL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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

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