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VU05 AZD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,051 mi
Last recorded91,051 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 AZD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 91,051 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 87,197 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2016 87,197 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 81,720 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 80,310 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 71,471 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 71,471 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 66,266 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)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 59,173 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 51,446 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 42,758 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 38,957 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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VU05 AZD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU05 AZD, 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 VU05 AZD registered?

VU05 AZD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is VU05 AZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 AZD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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