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SB55 YBS

2005 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

214,709 mi
Last recorded214,709 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 YBS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 214,709 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 208,975 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 206,323 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 203,354 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 202,323 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 190,063 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 190,049 miles

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

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 YBS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YBS, 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 YBS registered?

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

Is SB55 YBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 YBS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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