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PY05 EHO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

199,805 mi
Last recorded199,805 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY05 EHO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 199,805 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Apr 2018 199,574 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 189,735 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner edge wear

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 179,955 miles

under body trays fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2016 179,953 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both rear (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front edgers wearing (4.1.E.1)

under body trays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 166,441 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 166,045 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2014 150,305 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 116,357 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 97,237 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 93,109 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 81,921 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 69,899 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 56,962 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 41,533 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 41,493 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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PY05 EHO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PY05 EHO, 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 PY05 EHO registered?

PY05 EHO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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