Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1781cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 198,745 miles on the clock, averaging 15,564 miles per year, above 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 SO05 CTU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,745 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,810 |
| Average per year | 15,564 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO05 CTU |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 CTU
What car is SO05 CTU?
SO05 CTU is an black Skoda Octavia, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 CTU?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 CTU was 198,745 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 CTU passed its MOT?
SO05 CTU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2019.
Is SO05 CTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 CTU 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 SO05 CTU?
SO05 CTU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.