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FM05 HRO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,337 mi
Last recorded93,337 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 HRO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 93,337 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 92,082 miles

Front and centre exhaust joints minor blow

exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2014 78,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres close to legal limit

both rear indicators slightly white

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 12 Sep 2014 78,246 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres close to legal limit

both rear indicators slightly white

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Sep 2013 67,791 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 57,856 miles

Bonnet release broken,

Fail 5 Sep 2012 57,856 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Bonnet release broken,

Clip missing from nearside handbrake cable,

Offside rear tyre is down to 3mm and worn on inner edge,

Rear brake pads appear low,

Slight brake fluctuation from offside front,

Pass 19 Sep 2011 47,240 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 37,325 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 27,966 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 27,966 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 26,227 miles

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)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 19,754 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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FM05 HRO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol 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 FM05 HRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM05 HRO?

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What year was FM05 HRO registered?

FM05 HRO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FM05 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 HRO 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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