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SM05 WHB

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,317 mi
Last recorded95,317 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 WHB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 95,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2014 91,614 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 88,331 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 83,120 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 May 2011 76,178 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 66,769 miles

All 4 brake discs and pads are showing signs of wear and corrosion.

Both rear tyres are starting to approach their wear indicators.

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

Fail 21 May 2010 66,769 miles

All 4 brake discs and pads are showing signs of wear and corrosion.

Both rear tyres are starting to approach their wear indicators.

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2009 50,057 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2008 36,759 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 WHB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol 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 SM05 WHB, 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 WHB registered?

SM05 WHB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 May 2005.

Is SM05 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 WHB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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