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YD05 PBM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

123,051 mi
Last recorded123,051 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 PBM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 123,051 miles

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 122,780 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 120,445 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in thick greace (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 120,441 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 112,744 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 101,962 miles

Nearside Front indicator lamp loose

Pass 2 Sep 2015 87,563 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

drivers window inop

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 30 Aug 2014 73,831 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

catalyst heat shield slight insecurity

engine light on

Pass 2 Aug 2013 57,768 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 47,966 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 38,278 miles

both front discs very slightly corroded

Pass 17 May 2011 35,558 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 29,799 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 25,526 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 20,508 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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YD05 PBM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YD05 PBM, 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 YD05 PBM registered?

YD05 PBM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 May 2005.

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The MOT history for YD05 PBM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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