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AE05 FHZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

190,594 mi
Last recorded190,594 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 FHZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 190,594 miles

different size tyres fitted to front axle than rear axle

offside front tyre inner edge/shoulder worn

Fail 12 Sep 2013 190,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

different size tyres fitted to front axle than rear axle

offside front tyre inner edge/shoulder worn

Pass 17 Aug 2012 182,573 miles

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

different size tyres front to rear axle

Pass 10 Aug 2011 171,755 miles

offside head light slightly dim

slight wear and top rust on rear discs and pads

Fail 10 Aug 2011 171,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

offside head light slightly dim

slight wear and top rust on rear discs and pads

Pass 28 Sep 2010 152,667 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 152,661 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 99,763 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 41,779 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 41,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AE05 FHZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AE05 FHZ, 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 AE05 FHZ registered?

AE05 FHZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is AE05 FHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 FHZ shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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