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SB55 XJL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,378 mi
Last recorded114,378 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 XJL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 114,378 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 106,784 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 93,467 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 86,126 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 76,597 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 70,000 miles

Surface corrosion on both front suspension arms and rear sub-frame

Pass 19 Nov 2019 64,262 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 64,261 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel hose chafing handbrake cable chafing fuel line (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel filter leaking

Pass 1 Dec 2018 59,043 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 53,952 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 53,952 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 50,794 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components from view

Under trays fitted obscuring some components from view

Pass 23 Dec 2015 47,336 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 47,336 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 43,857 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 40,336 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 40,336 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 36,905 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 33,131 miles

O/S/R brake pads sticking in caliper slightly

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 28,501 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 24,364 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,849 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 XJL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 SB55 XJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB55 XJL registered?

SB55 XJL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is SB55 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 XJL shows 22 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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