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SM55 BBN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,584 mi
Last recorded88,584 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 BBN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2012 88,584 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 80,963 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 69,048 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 54,929 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 38,992 miles

Both front brake discs are showing signs of wear.

Both rear brake discs are showing signs of wear and corrosion.

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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SM55 BBN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 SM55 BBN, 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 SM55 BBN registered?

SM55 BBN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is SM55 BBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 BBN shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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