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OV54 YGK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,109 mi
Last recorded110,109 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 YGK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 110,109 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 110,109 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 106,298 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 101,523 miles

both rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 10 Feb 2014 91,812 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 85,873 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 74,351 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 64,165 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 52,564 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 42,618 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 42,618 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 42,383 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 42,383 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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OV54 YGK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OV54 YGK, 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 OV54 YGK registered?

OV54 YGK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is OV54 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV54 YGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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