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SA55 KBU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

284,744 mi
Last recorded284,744 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 KBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 284,744 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 284,744 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 274,193 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 266,915 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 256,603 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 256,603 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 244,274 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 117,901 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 202,993 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 165,626 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 131,161 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 131,155 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 131,048 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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SA55 KBU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SA55 KBU, 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 SA55 KBU registered?

SA55 KBU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is SA55 KBU safe to buy?

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