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SL05 OHC

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,462 mi
Last recorded118,462 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 OHC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 118,462 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 101,465 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 101,464 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 92,184 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 81,684 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 75,710 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 69,614 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 69,614 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 63,471 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 57,020 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 57,018 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 49,807 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 49,807 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 May 2008 43,251 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 43,247 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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)

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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SL05 OHC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL05 OHC, 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 SL05 OHC registered?

SL05 OHC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SL05 OHC safe to buy?

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