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SA55 SLV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,595 mi
Last recorded162,595 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 162,595 miles

Front number plate damaged

crack in windscreen not in drivers view

Pass 8 Jul 2015 158,104 miles

Both front tyres low on tread

Fail 3 Jul 2015 158,104 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres low on tread

Pass 5 Nov 2011 142,852 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 116,100 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 116,100 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 91,698 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly and brake pads showing more wear on that side

Windscreen washers need attention

Pass 5 Nov 2008 75,395 miles

Airbag light on.

Fuel residue at fuel filter housing.

NSF inner CV boot split.

NSF outer CV boot starting to split.

NSR tyre tread low.

OSR indicator slightly discoloured.

OSR tyre has screw lodged in tread.

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 SLV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SLV, 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 SLV registered?

SA55 SLV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is SA55 SLV safe to buy?

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