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FM05 CGZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

238,226 mi
Last recorded238,226 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 CGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 238,226 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake Discs Worn

Fail 12 May 2016 238,135 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake Discs Worn

Pass 28 Apr 2015 202,459 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 163,747 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 130,944 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 May 2013 130,921 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 119,998 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 119,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 101,899 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 90,035 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 79,614 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 66,753 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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FM05 CGZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM05 CGZ, 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 FM05 CGZ registered?

FM05 CGZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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