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HK05 MYU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

253,919 mi
Last recorded253,919 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 MYU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 253,919 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 248,653 miles

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

Rear suspension rusty

Pass 24 Nov 2016 236,762 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 236,762 miles

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 229,583 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 207,352 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 190,789 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 164,955 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 164,552 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 142,607 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 142,607 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 125,835 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 78,621 miles

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

front number number plate stained

Fail 26 Aug 2008 78,621 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front number number plate stained

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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HK05 MYU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK05 MYU, 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 HK05 MYU registered?

HK05 MYU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 August 2005.

Is HK05 MYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 MYU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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