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WM54 UYK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

155,701 mi
Last recorded155,701 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM54 UYK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 155,701 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 155,701 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 146,309 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 137,547 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 128,436 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 121,775 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 113,693 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 113,693 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 105,370 miles

engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted ,restricted views

fuel cooler damaged ( o/s floor )

ref uneven tyre wear ; front lower suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated , may be soft , also recommend front wheel alignment check

wheel trims fitted , restricted views

Fail 26 Mar 2012 105,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

TYRES ; N/S/F TYRE TREAD LOW ON INNER EDGE

TYRES ; O/S/F TYRE TREAD BALD ON INNER EDGE , RECOMMEND REPLACE

brakes ; front brake discs worn / corroded , may be weakened

engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted ,restricted views

engine oil level low

fuel cooler damaged ( o/s floor )

imbalance on rear brakes & parking brake on roller brake test lock out

rear brake pads appear low

ref uneven tyre wear ; front lower suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated , may be soft , also recommend front wheel alignment check

unable to spin check o/s/f wheel bearing due to binding brake

wheel trims fitted , restricted views

Pass 31 Mar 2011 91,560 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 64,631 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 53,090 miles

4 brake discs slight corrosion

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nsr brake pads low

Fail 7 Jan 2009 53,067 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion 4 brake discs

Pass 26 Jan 2008 46,304 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 46,304 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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WM54 UYK 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 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM54 UYK, 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 WM54 UYK registered?

WM54 UYK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 January 2005.

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