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PF05 FJA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

164,278 mi
Last recorded164,278 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 FJA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 164,278 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 158,575 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 154,246 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 151,739 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 147,431 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 143,561 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 140,577 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 140,577 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 126,703 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 11,514 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 108,992 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 101,675 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 93,016 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 93,015 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 82,872 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 64,432 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 46,360 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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PF05 FJA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PF05 FJA, 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 PF05 FJA registered?

PF05 FJA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is PF05 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF05 FJA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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