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SP05 TFF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,831 mi
Last recorded110,831 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 TFF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 110,831 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 94,651 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 81,392 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 81,382 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 71,153 miles

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 49,274 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 35,957 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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SP05 TFF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SP05 TFF, 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

How do I check the history of SP05 TFF?

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What year was SP05 TFF registered?

SP05 TFF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SP05 TFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 TFF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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