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YD55 JWL

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

284,428 mi
Last recorded284,428 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD55 JWL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 284,428 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s n/s (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2022 263,721 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under carriage surface rust

Fail 24 Sep 2022 263,721 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under carriage surface rust

Pass 4 Sep 2021 239,210 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 221,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 195,672 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 174,277 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 162,667 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 162,642 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 146,241 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 130,989 miles

both front tyres edge wear

Pass 14 Aug 2014 110,249 miles

engine light

Pass 14 Aug 2013 90,966 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 90,966 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

both rear bump stops/cups starting to perish

Fail 28 Aug 2012 81,283 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 81,283 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 68,755 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 56,589 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,347 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 32,085 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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YD55 JWL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YD55 JWL, 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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YD55 JWL is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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