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WU05 YLZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,831 mi
Last recorded127,831 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 YLZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 127,831 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 122,691 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush slight movement o s f and n s f. (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 5 Oct 2017 122,691 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush slight movement o s f and n s f. (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 111,663 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 98,636 miles

Engine and under trays fitted.

Pass 3 Oct 2014 87,066 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 77,417 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 77,417 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2012 66,787 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 57,883 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2010 46,227 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 46,227 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 44,199 miles

Both front tyres approx 3mm tread.

Pass 18 May 2009 39,343 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 32,705 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 32,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

FRONT WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR SCREEN

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO 2MM

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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WU05 YLZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WU05 YLZ, 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 WU05 YLZ registered?

WU05 YLZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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The MOT history for WU05 YLZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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