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SC55 DFL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

172,870 mi
Last recorded172,870 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 DFL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 172,870 miles

Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal's (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer seal's (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2022 263,022 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 231,548 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 231,548 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 122,284 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 122,284 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 115,081 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 108,660 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 96,453 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 83,523 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear shock aborber dust cover insecure

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 7 Nov 2015 80,319 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 67,894 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 55,357 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 43,268 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 43,268 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 28,764 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 20,281 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 20,281 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2009 17,714 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 17,714 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 14,744 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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SC55 DFL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SC55 DFL, 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 SC55 DFL registered?

SC55 DFL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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