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DY55 AWU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

129,533 mi
Last recorded129,533 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 AWU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 129,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 122,042 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 117,057 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 111,301 miles

Nearside Outer Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 106,463 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 96,943 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 92,117 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 80,713 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 64,460 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 48,863 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,863 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 41,144 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 321,076 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 23,444 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,391 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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DY55 AWU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DY55 AWU, 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 DY55 AWU registered?

DY55 AWU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is DY55 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 AWU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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