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SY05 ZVU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,917 mi
Last recorded91,917 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 ZVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 91,917 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 90,902 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexi joint also full exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bsuhes deteriorated and rear axle corroded (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flexi hoses perished and covered in grease (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 88,054 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 86,023 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 86,023 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 79,614 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 76,519 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 71,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 May 2014 71,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 May 2013 63,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 56,956 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2011 49,890 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 49,890 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2010 41,612 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 32,422 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 20,929 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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 ZVU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY05 ZVU, 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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SY05 ZVU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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