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SA55 UGH

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,787 mi
Last recorded166,787 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 166,787 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 163,380 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 161,366 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 161,366 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 157,782 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 129,046 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 129,046 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

rear discs and pads showing wear

Pass 15 Sep 2010 101,628 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 74,124 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,759 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 73,084 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 UGH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UGH, 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 UGH registered?

SA55 UGH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is SA55 UGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA55 UGH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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