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DE55 FYB

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

152,136 mi
Last recorded152,136 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 FYB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 152,136 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all four (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance both (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 152,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement handbrake lever on caliper (3.5.1k)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all four (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance both (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 146,505 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small hole (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 140,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Aug 2014 140,777 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2013 134,956 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 127,734 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 121,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 113,427 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 90,990 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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DE55 FYB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE55 FYB, 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 DE55 FYB registered?

DE55 FYB is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 October 2005.

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