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FH05 BXM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,452 mi
Last recorded135,452 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 BXM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 135,452 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 135,452 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 129,285 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 119,800 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 108,762 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 108,762 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2014 101,883 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 89,638 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 89,638 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 78,060 miles

both rear tyres getting close to legal limit 2-3mm

n/s/f tyre getting close to legal limit 2-3mm

Pass 17 May 2011 64,695 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 52,104 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 52,104 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 38,863 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 27,131 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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FH05 BXM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FH05 BXM, 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 FH05 BXM registered?

FH05 BXM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is FH05 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 BXM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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