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DY55 VLC

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,280 mi
Last recorded93,280 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 VLC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 93,280 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 79,483 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Oct 2012 79,397 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2011 72,968 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 66,894 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 66,704 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 60,162 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 53,099 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 VLC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY55 VLC registered?

DY55 VLC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 October 2005.

Is DY55 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 VLC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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