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SD55 DTX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

153,057 mi
Last recorded153,057 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD55 DTX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2011 153,057 miles

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

n/s/r tyre inner wall deep cut

Fail 6 Jul 2011 153,057 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r tyre inner wall deep cut

Pass 22 Jun 2010 122,168 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 122,162 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 93,750 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 62,642 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 62,642 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 55,819 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 55,391 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 41,195 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 22,504 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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SD55 DTX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SD55 DTX, 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 SD55 DTX registered?

SD55 DTX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is SD55 DTX safe to buy?

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