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LY54 EWU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,974 mi
Last recorded119,974 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 EWU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 119,974 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 230,283 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

airbag light on

front brake discs slightly worn

rear shock dust covers deteriorated

Fail 10 Jan 2012 230,260 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

airbag light on

front brake discs slightly worn

rear shock dust covers deteriorated

Pass 7 Jan 2011 185,328 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

both front and o/s/r tyres bald on inner edge

front and rear brake discs have wear

Pass 14 Jan 2010 147,281 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 147,277 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 127,572 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 96,225 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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LY54 EWU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc petrol 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 LY54 EWU, 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 LY54 EWU registered?

LY54 EWU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is LY54 EWU safe to buy?

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