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FG05 BPV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,927 mi
Last recorded86,927 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 BPV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 86,927 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides at base area (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 86,927 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides at base area (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 May 2016 79,453 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2015 72,152 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 66,652 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 66,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 60,689 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 57,847 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 45,461 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 36,813 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,969 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 13,685 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 13,685 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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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FG05 BPV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FG05 BPV, 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 FG05 BPV registered?

FG05 BPV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FG05 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 BPV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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