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VU55 RYD

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,046 mi
Last recorded100,046 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 RYD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2019 100,046 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 81,583 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 68,781 miles

Nearside Front lower suspension arm rear bush is worn

Pass 12 Aug 2016 62,356 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 54,903 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 51,785 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 48,892 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 45,546 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 38,692 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 34,775 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 27,705 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 20,847 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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VU55 RYD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU55 RYD, 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 VU55 RYD registered?

VU55 RYD is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 October 2005.

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