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WK55 YVU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,621 mi
Last recorded129,621 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 YVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 129,621 miles

Nearside Front Suspension ball joint rubbers deteriorated

Rear Corrosion to sub frame

Fail 21 Jan 2026 129,620 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension ball joint rubbers deteriorated

Rear Corrosion to sub frame

Pass 24 Feb 2025 124,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 119,919 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 116,776 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened under sealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover/under trays fitted

Fail 29 Mar 2023 116,772 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened under sealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover/under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2022 113,841 miles

Nearside Front Outer c/v boot slight split.

Offside Front Outer c/v boot slight crack

Fail 21 Feb 2022 113,852 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer c/v boot slight split.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner wall slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer c/v boot slight crack

Pass 24 Mar 2021 110,521 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 107,776 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 103,408 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 99,212 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 94,748 miles

Central Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under vehicle cover, trays fitted obscuring components

Fail 21 Feb 2017 94,709 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective Air bag light ON (5.4.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Central Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under vehicle cover, trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 12 Feb 2016 88,747 miles

Child seats fitted at rear

Pass 16 Sep 2014 78,165 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 72,089 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 66,086 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 57,000 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 48,349 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 39,160 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 30,170 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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WK55 YVU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 WK55 YVU, 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 WK55 YVU registered?

WK55 YVU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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