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SO05 GWV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,039 mi
Last recorded117,039 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 GWV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 117,039 miles

Nearside Front brake pad warning light on

Nearside Front wishbone bush slight split

Offside Front offside driver door mirror cover bit broken of

Offside Front wishbone bush slight split

Pass 2 Dec 2016 113,450 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 107,708 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 100,478 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 88,316 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc's corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2012 77,051 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2012 77,051 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 64,997 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 51,950 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 37,078 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 24,400 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,153 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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SO05 GWV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SO05 GWV, 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 SO05 GWV registered?

SO05 GWV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is SO05 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 GWV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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