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YC55 CPX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

166,895 mi
Last recorded166,895 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 CPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 166,895 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear pieps (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine bay undertray fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2023 165,057 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 164,291 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 163,241 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 160,814 miles

under tray, engine bay

Fail 6 Oct 2020 160,814 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

under tray, engine bay

Pass 28 Sep 2019 159,264 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 156,814 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 154,356 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 149,023 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 144,819 miles

under-tray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2014 138,271 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 129,011 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 118,001 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 111,482 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 101,000 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 95,808 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 95,808 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 88,517 miles

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

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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YC55 CPX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YC55 CPX, 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 YC55 CPX registered?

YC55 CPX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2005.

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The MOT history for YC55 CPX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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