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PL05 AAV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

217,754 mi
Last recorded217,754 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 AAV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 217,754 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 217,753 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 210,802 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 210,799 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 205,621 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 205,621 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 192,174 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 192,174 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 174,061 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2013 147,822 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 147,822 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 121,900 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 95,523 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 95,523 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 64,049 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 41,079 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jul 2008 30,054 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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PL05 AAV 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 64.7%.

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 PL05 AAV, 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 PL05 AAV registered?

PL05 AAV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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