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PK05 FJC

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

183,856 mi
Last recorded183,856 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 FJC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2011 183,856 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 183,856 miles

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

Can not test rear seat belts do to luggage

Pass 3 Jun 2010 177,520 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 150,874 miles

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes perished

cut in wall of n/s/f tyre

exhaust corroded

nearside outer sill damaged

Fail 9 May 2009 150,812 miles

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

exhaust corroded

headlamp aim low (done)

nearside outer sill damaged

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes perished

cut in wall of n/s/f tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2008 113,073 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2008 113,073 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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PK05 FJC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PK05 FJC, 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 PK05 FJC registered?

PK05 FJC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is PK05 FJC safe to buy?

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