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YK05 TFF

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,601 mi
Last recorded155,601 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 TFF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 155,601 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 129,571 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 122,001 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2013 114,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2013 114,143 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 3 Oct 2012 105,014 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 105,014 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 95,163 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 95,163 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

both rear bump stops broken

Pass 12 Oct 2010 84,273 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 73,755 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 64,539 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 49,769 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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YK05 TFF is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YK05 TFF, 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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What year was YK05 TFF registered?

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

Is YK05 TFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 TFF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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