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HY05 HWD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,279 mi
Last recorded124,279 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 HWD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 124,279 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2017 124,279 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 108,212 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front rear suspension components corroded

leather matt glued over passanger airbag unable to make full inspection

Pass 25 Jan 2016 106,510 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 101,973 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 97,733 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 64,466 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 82,945 miles

both front air bags have been covered over,(unable to see condition of units although the units are serculy fitted). waring light is not illuminated at time of test.

n/s/r brake backing plate corroded

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 25 Jan 2012 82,942 miles

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

n/s/r brake backing plate corroded

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 9 Mar 2011 72,353 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake discs worn

n/s/r brake back plate starting to deteriorate

o/s/f windsreen wiper starting to deteriorate

Pass 10 Mar 2010 58,581 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 58,581 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 40,908 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 27,237 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 27,237 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HY05 HWD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HY05 HWD, 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 HY05 HWD registered?

HY05 HWD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is HY05 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 HWD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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