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YB05 GWW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

122,423 mi
Last recorded122,423 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 GWW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 122,423 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2026 122,423 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 114,900 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2025 114,900 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 100,774 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jun 2023 86,827 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 72,442 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jun 2021 64,801 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 58,285 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 57,579 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 56,831 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 56,831 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 54,901 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 52,462 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 50,033 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 47,850 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 47,847 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 43,438 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,700 miles

tow bar socket not working on tester 8 pin

Pass 18 Aug 2011 36,500 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 33,831 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 30,368 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 23,655 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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YB05 GWW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YB05 GWW, 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 YB05 GWW registered?

YB05 GWW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is YB05 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 GWW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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