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FG05 BSU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

83,784 mi
Last recorded83,784 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 BSU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 83,784 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 83,784 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 80,411 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2025 80,411 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 76,522 miles

all suspension and brake components rusting

Pass 20 Jan 2023 73,465 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 73,463 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 65,510 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2022 65,510 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 57,361 miles

small chip on windscreen osf lower

Pass 22 Jan 2020 56,843 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on sidewall and edges

Fail 22 Jan 2020 56,843 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on sidewall and edges

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 55,904 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 54,578 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 52,698 miles

small chips on windscreen

Pass 13 Jan 2016 50,955 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 48,954 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 46,517 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 44,085 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 44,085 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 42,361 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 40,692 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 38,355 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,905 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 23,740 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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FG05 BSU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 BSU, 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 BSU registered?

FG05 BSU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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