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SP55 VKF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,042 mi
Last recorded129,042 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 VKF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 129,042 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 117,730 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corrosion

under tray

Pass 22 Oct 2022 107,966 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 97,190 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 93,211 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 83,474 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 83,474 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 82,515 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 80,122 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 77,017 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 72,945 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 68,808 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 64,232 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 58,269 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 58,269 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 51,292 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 43,619 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 35,455 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 35,455 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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SP55 VKF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SP55 VKF, 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 SP55 VKF registered?

SP55 VKF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is SP55 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 VKF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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