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SM05 JMU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

117,566 mi
Last recorded117,566 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 JMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2016 117,566 miles

Engine Covers & Under Trays Fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 106,583 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 106,583 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 101,587 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 90,977 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 81,456 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 81,456 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 69,739 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 69,739 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 57,359 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 43,993 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 43,993 miles

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

front wiper blades slighgtly smearing screen

n/s/f tyre low tread on inner edge (below 1.6mm but meets mot requirements)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 27,846 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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SM05 JMU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SM05 JMU, 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 SM05 JMU registered?

SM05 JMU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is SM05 JMU safe to buy?

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