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SO54 MHL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,485 mi
Last recorded73,485 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 MHL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 73,485 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Fail 19 Dec 2024 73,485 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 73,143 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 71,532 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 69,517 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 68,045 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 66,186 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 60,035 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 54,608 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine cover & under try fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 14 Dec 2016 48,578 miles

under body and engine covers fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2016 48,578 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2016 46,485 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 46,482 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 43,674 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 40,613 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 38,262 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 34,838 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 31,798 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 28,372 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 24,836 miles

front tyres show sign's of wear on inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2008 20,804 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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SO54 MHL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SO54 MHL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO54 MHL registered?

SO54 MHL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is SO54 MHL safe to buy?

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