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YK05 TFA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,088 mi
Last recorded112,088 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 TFA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 112,088 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 102,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 93,098 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 93,091 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 84,678 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 77,731 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 71,478 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 65,332 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 60,346 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 44,203 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YK05 TFA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YK05 TFA, 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 YK05 TFA registered?

YK05 TFA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YK05 TFA safe to buy?

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