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MW55 OYV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,969 mi
Last recorded65,969 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 OYV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 65,969 miles

Central Front subframe rusting

Central Rear subframe rusting

both front wishbones rusting

Pass 19 Dec 2022 64,736 miles

Central Rear subframe rusting

both front hubs rustijng

both front wishbones rusty

Pass 9 Dec 2021 63,441 miles

Central Rear subframe rusting

Offside Front side reapter lens damaged

both front wishbones rusting

Pass 10 Dec 2020 62,566 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 61,367 miles

rear subframe rusting

Pass 17 Dec 2018 59,425 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 59,425 miles

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 56,509 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 56,495 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 54,197 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 50,561 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 47,206 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 44,048 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,715 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 36,943 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 33,558 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 33,558 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 19,248 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 27,824 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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MW55 OYV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MW55 OYV, 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 MW55 OYV registered?

MW55 OYV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is MW55 OYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 OYV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MW55 OYV have outstanding finance?

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