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YK55 TXV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,883 mi
Last recorded86,883 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 TXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2014 86,883 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

internal headlamp adjuster on number 3 and aims are ok

nearside sill damage

Pass 4 Oct 2014 86,883 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

internal headlamp adjuster on number 3 and aims are ok

nearside sill damage

Pass 27 Sep 2013 75,037 miles

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)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 64,682 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Oct 2011 53,217 miles

n/s stop light slightly dim

n/s/r upper side light inop

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 53,217 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s stop light slightly dim

n/s/r upper side light inop

Pass 14 Sep 2010 45,115 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 38,109 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 29,549 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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YK55 TXV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YK55 TXV, 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 YK55 TXV registered?

YK55 TXV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is YK55 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK55 TXV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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