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SH55 CBO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,434 mi
Last recorded79,434 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 CBO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 79,434 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 72,557 miles

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

rear brake disc backplates corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2014 67,872 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 62,788 miles

front brake pads approx 3-4mm

offside and nearside rear brake disc backplates corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2013 62,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake pads approx 3-4mm

offside and nearside rear brake disc backplates corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2012 58,269 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 58,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear tyre loosing shape

Pass 16 Nov 2011 53,044 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 47,289 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2009 40,369 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 35,020 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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SH55 CBO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SH55 CBO, 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 SH55 CBO registered?

SH55 CBO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SH55 CBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 CBO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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