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HY55 YVT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,059 mi
Last recorded119,059 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 YVT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2019 119,059 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 119,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 114,003 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Nov 2017 110,766 miles

Both front tyres worn at inner edges, esp offside.

Pass 14 Nov 2016 106,819 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 99,306 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 99,287 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 88,206 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 80,507 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 68,087 miles

Wiper blades smearing screen.

Pass 25 Aug 2011 59,391 miles

Both front tyres worn low inner edges.

Fail 31 Aug 2010 49,855 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 49,855 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 40,135 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 40,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 27,867 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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HY55 YVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HY55 YVT, 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 HY55 YVT registered?

HY55 YVT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is HY55 YVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY55 YVT shows 16 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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