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PE55 TYO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,789 mi
Last recorded151,789 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE55 TYO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 151,789 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 151,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and offside (1.8)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 128,864 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 128,852 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 116,575 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 105,337 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 105,337 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 92,725 miles

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

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

both front driveshaft outter boots detiriorated

Pass 23 Apr 2012 81,156 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 75,277 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 68,534 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 60,165 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 49,491 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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PE55 TYO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc 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 PE55 TYO, 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 PE55 TYO registered?

PE55 TYO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is PE55 TYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE55 TYO 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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