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FT05 CVS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

128,072 mi
Last recorded128,072 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 CVS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 128,072 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 121,264 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 116,760 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 107,761 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 94,502 miles

Brake disc backing plates corroded O/S front N/S front and N/S rear

Brake disc backing plates corroded O/S front N/S front and N/S rear

Nearside Rear 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 19 Nov 2016 90,059 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2016 90,059 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 84,452 miles

child seat fitted unable to check seatbelts

under tray fitted unable to check some under side components

Fail 5 Oct 2015 84,452 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

child seat fitted unable to check seatbelts

under tray fitted unable to check some under side components

Pass 22 Nov 2014 79,334 miles

All four brake back plate's corroded .

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 71,837 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/f and o/s/r brake back plates corroding

n/s/r and o/s/f brake back plates corroded and damaged

Fail 7 Nov 2013 71,837 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/f and o/s/r brake back plates corroding

n/s/r and o/s/f brake back plates corroded and damaged

Pass 2 Nov 2012 68,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2011 66,131 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 54,118 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 43,120 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 32,205 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2008 31,286 miles

All 4 discs are showing signs of heavy wear and corrosion.

Both rear tyres are very badly feathered and should be attended to.

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 31,286 miles

All 4 discs are showing signs of heavy wear and corrosion.

Both rear tyres are very badly feathered and should be attended to.

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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FT05 CVS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FT05 CVS, 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 FT05 CVS registered?

FT05 CVS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is FT05 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT05 CVS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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