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SK55 YWF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,234 mi
Last recorded123,234 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 YWF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2023 123,234 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn ALL OF THEM/CORRODED (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 107,827 miles

Central Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Rear anti roll bar mounting has slight corrosion. Strongly advise to monitor and replace soon. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear sub frame has slight corrosion. Strongly advise to monitor and replace soon. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 93,867 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 89,649 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 89,649 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 85,226 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 81,592 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 77,177 miles

nearside rear shocker corroded

noise from rear brakes

Fail 16 Jun 2016 77,177 miles

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

nearside rear shocker corroded

noise from rear brakes

Pass 18 May 2015 71,717 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 71,717 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 May 2014 67,368 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 60,001 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 53,448 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 45,989 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 41,410 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 28,772 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 27,612 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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SK55 YWF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SK55 YWF, 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 SK55 YWF registered?

SK55 YWF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is SK55 YWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK55 YWF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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