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SE05 UNB

2005 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

203,749 mi
Last recorded203,749 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 UNB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 203,749 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 203,652 miles

Direction indicator insecure off side front lamp (1.4.A.2b)

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint nearside bottom ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced near side lamp not got proper image (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt centre rear seat belt wont reliece (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn and worn (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread due to damage and faiding (6.3.4b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2014 196,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 196,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 193,327 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 193,327 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 192,346 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 UNB 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 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UNB, 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 UNB registered?

SE05 UNB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is SE05 UNB safe to buy?

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