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SB55 GZD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

319,488 mi
Last recorded319,488 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 GZD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 319,488 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 107,106 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 106,771 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 71,646 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 28,012 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

boot lid unlock button worn

hackney plate not mounted on vehicle

Pass 10 Dec 2005 108 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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SB55 GZD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SB55 GZD, 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 SB55 GZD registered?

SB55 GZD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SB55 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 GZD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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