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YB54 AEF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,416 mi
Last recorded131,416 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB54 AEF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 131,416 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 2 Mar 2023 131,411 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 124,936 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 120,120 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 120,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 115,166 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 105,556 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 98,857 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2017 90,201 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

under body has cover/tray fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2016 86,254 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

under body cover fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 82,272 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 78,363 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 67,227 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn to 2.5mm

rear brake discs worn

Pass 17 Mar 2010 50,226 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 32,613 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,613 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 27,444 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 27,444 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 21,202 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)

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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YB54 AEF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YB54 AEF, 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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YB54 AEF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 February 2005.

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