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SB05 GWM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

272,166 mi
Last recorded272,166 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 GWM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 272,166 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake back plates coroded

o/s rear s/absorber cover insecure

Pass 29 Jul 2014 264,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/r tyre worn oninner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2013 244,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 207,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 11 Aug 2011 166,061 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 113,817 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 113,815 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 71,207 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 60,994 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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SB05 GWM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SB05 GWM, 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 SB05 GWM registered?

SB05 GWM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is SB05 GWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB05 GWM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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