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YM54 EFC

2005 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,631 mi
Last recorded110,631 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM54 EFC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 110,631 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 110,631 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 107,570 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 107,570 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 103,914 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 100,674 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 100,674 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 97,885 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 97,885 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 92,163 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 87,602 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 82,019 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 75,678 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 75,678 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 70,071 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 64,001 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 53,563 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 42,161 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 36,027 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 85,211 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

air bag light on

Pass 26 Jan 2011 36,027 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 30,202 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 24,962 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 19,488 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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YM54 EFC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YM54 EFC, 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 YM54 EFC registered?

YM54 EFC is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is YM54 EFC safe to buy?

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