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SG05 WKH

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

72,803 mi
Last recorded72,803 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 WKH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2026 72,803 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2025 65,851 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 59,087 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 51,301 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 45,856 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 41,531 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 41,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 41,025 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 40,193 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 38,493 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 36,818 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 May 2012 35,213 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 33,377 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 31,822 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 31,813 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 26,006 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 19,375 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective

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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SG05 WKH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 SG05 WKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG05 WKH registered?

SG05 WKH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SG05 WKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 WKH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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