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FH05 FNG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

31,910 mi
Last recorded31,910 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 FNG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 31,910 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 29,079 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 25,574 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 23,448 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 23,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 20,835 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 20,833 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Due to coil spring piercing the boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 15,796 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 15,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 12,197 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 8,041 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 8,012 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 7,869 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 7,676 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,333 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

condensation in nearside rear light cluster

front and rear tyres starting to perish between treads

Pass 16 Apr 2014 6,783 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 6,371 miles

Condensation in n/s/rear lamp

Pass 20 Apr 2012 5,678 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 5,003 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 4,547 miles

Factory fitted under floor cover (Normal)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 4,262 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 3,649 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 FNG 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 86.4%.

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 FNG, 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 FNG registered?

FH05 FNG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is FH05 FNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 FNG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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