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At a glance
This 2005 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1781cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 127,631 miles on the clock, averaging 6,455 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TSI engine is known for potential faults (not bgu-confirmed as common).
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 TAV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,987 |
| Average per year | 6,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Potential Faults (Not BGU-Confirmed as Common)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 TAV |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 TAV
What car is SL05 TAV?
SL05 TAV is an black Skoda Octavia, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 TAV?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 TAV was 127,631 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 TAV passed its MOT?
SL05 TAV has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jul 2017.
Is SL05 TAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 TAV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL05 TAV?
SL05 TAV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.