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OY05 SZT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,323 mi
Last recorded134,323 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 SZT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 134,323 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 103,498 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 103,479 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 97,492 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 84,189 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 84,181 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 71,516 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 71,320 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 58,041 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 47,037 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 47,037 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 44,487 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

under vehicle fully covered front to rear.

Pass 1 Feb 2010 36,557 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 27,730 miles

advise both front tyres tread patern is worn off both front iner eges also both rear tyres slight deterioration cracks apearing in tread area

tyre type is brigestone 225/45/r17 91w

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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OY05 SZT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OY05 SZT, 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 OY05 SZT registered?

OY05 SZT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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