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SD05 FYE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

262,868 mi
Last recorded262,868 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 FYE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 262,868 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 262,448 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 214,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 165,413 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 165,366 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 157,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 147,713 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 139,384 miles

both front tyres are worn to 3mm tread

front brake discs lipped/worn

rear tyres cracked heavily and worn to 3mm tread

Pass 29 Apr 2009 127,162 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake pads over 50% worn.

o/s/r tyre inner edge 1.6mm.n/s/r tyre inner edge 2mm.

Pass 29 Apr 2008 100,105 miles

removed phone holder from windscreen before carrying out m.o.t. obstructing drivers view.

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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SD05 FYE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD05 FYE, 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 SD05 FYE registered?

SD05 FYE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is SD05 FYE safe to buy?

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