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SJ55 UWG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,076 mi
Last recorded100,076 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 UWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2014 100,076 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 99,333 miles

FRONT WIPER BLADES

SERVICE LAMP ON

Pass 31 Jan 2012 94,390 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 78,127 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 58,417 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 58,286 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 49,397 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 42,375 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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SJ55 UWG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UWG, 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 SJ55 UWG registered?

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

Is SJ55 UWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ55 UWG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ55 UWG have outstanding finance?

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