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SE05 BXJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,837 mi
Last recorded108,837 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 BXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 108,837 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 May 2021 108,837 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2011 96,216 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Jan 2010 112,026 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 112,026 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 102,703 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 91,337 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 79,740 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 65,796 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 51,335 miles

Offside Front Ball joint deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 39,033 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 27,088 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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SE05 BXJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SE05 BXJ, 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 SE05 BXJ registered?

SE05 BXJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is SE05 BXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE05 BXJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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