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LY05 VUH

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,335 mi
Last recorded40,335 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 VUH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2023 40,335 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jan 2022 37,029 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 35,415 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 34,018 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,783 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 31,858 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 30,425 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 28,561 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2014 26,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,447 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 22,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2011 18,780 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 15,667 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 12,186 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 9,270 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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LY05 VUH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LY05 VUH, 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 LY05 VUH registered?

LY05 VUH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is LY05 VUH safe to buy?

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