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SY05 EHE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

144,704 mi
Last recorded144,704 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 EHE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 144,704 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 144,704 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 138,664 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 138,664 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 130,151 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 120,623 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 108,813 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 99,180 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn but remain serviceble

Pass 2 Feb 2011 90,465 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 68,024 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 55,764 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 55,764 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 46,908 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 46,908 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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SY05 EHE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY05 EHE, 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 SY05 EHE registered?

SY05 EHE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is SY05 EHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY05 EHE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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