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RY05 LJO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,902 mi
Last recorded154,902 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 LJO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 154,902 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 154,902 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 141,989 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 123,701 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres out of shape and worn unevenly

diesel filter housing has a misting of fluid but no leaks visable at present

Pass 9 Sep 2013 106,130 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 86,044 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 67,053 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 46,158 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 46,151 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 27,639 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 21,868 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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RY05 LJO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RY05 LJO, 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 RY05 LJO registered?

RY05 LJO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is RY05 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 LJO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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