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FM54 XEA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,239 mi
Last recorded90,239 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 XEA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 90,239 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 90,239 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 88,121 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 82,812 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 76,625 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 69,953 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 69,953 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 62,574 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2014 62,574 miles

Nearside Front 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 22 Jan 2013 55,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 55,902 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 49,871 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 43,210 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 37,156 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 29,983 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 23,447 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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FM54 XEA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FM54 XEA, 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 FM54 XEA registered?

FM54 XEA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 February 2005.

Is FM54 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM54 XEA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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