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SJ55 UVW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

282,801 mi
Last recorded282,801 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 UVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 282,801 miles

Central Front Exhaust clamp corroded but no leaks or excessive movement present

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Part of vehicle has corrosion in some areas but no weak spots present

Pass 20 Jan 2014 150,972 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 112,169 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 75,345 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 35,016 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 33,106 miles

all tyre centre treads 3mm. ( n/s/f tyre tread 3mm across.o/s/f inner tread 2mm).

rear brake back plates corroded.

Fail 17 Aug 2010 33,106 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

all tyre centre treads 3mm. ( n/s/f tyre tread 3mm across.o/s/f inner tread 2mm).

rear brake back plates corroded.

Pass 17 Aug 2009 28,158 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 22,055 miles

small crack in n/s/r lamp lens.still complete/serviceable.

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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SJ55 UVW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SJ55 UVW, 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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SJ55 UVW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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