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SK55 LGF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,822 mi
Last recorded173,822 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 LGF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 173,822 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 164,613 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 132,728 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 125,075 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 114,114 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 101,657 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 88,585 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 88,585 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 74,109 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 74,109 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 57,702 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 55,969 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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SK55 LGF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SK55 LGF, 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 SK55 LGF registered?

SK55 LGF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is SK55 LGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK55 LGF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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