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BK55 BYP

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,397 mi
Last recorded116,397 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 BYP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 116,397 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2019 116,397 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2018 100,250 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 83,444 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 83,444 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 80,270 miles

Offside Front dust plate corroded

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

Rear tyres cracking in tread

wipers smearing front and rear

Pass 19 Aug 2015 76,993 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 73,239 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

engine undertray loose

Pass 16 Aug 2013 69,603 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 66,089 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 60,615 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 52,925 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 42,488 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 33,462 miles

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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BK55 BYP is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK55 BYP, 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 BK55 BYP registered?

BK55 BYP is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is BK55 BYP safe to buy?

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