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MF05 BYT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,999 mi
Last recorded178,999 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 BYT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2020 178,999 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 175,534 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 174,419 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 172,701 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 170,990 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 165,326 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 159,128 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 153,308 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 145,656 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 138,021 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 115,009 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 85,130 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 60,813 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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MF05 BYT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 MF05 BYT, 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 MF05 BYT registered?

MF05 BYT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is MF05 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 BYT shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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