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YP05 FMV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

167,578 mi
Last recorded167,578 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 FMV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 167,578 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 161,545 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 155,731 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 148,702 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 140,915 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 131,741 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 124,574 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 113,812 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 103,330 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 91,981 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 91,981 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 75,284 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 75,284 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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YP05 FMV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YP05 FMV, 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 YP05 FMV registered?

YP05 FMV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is YP05 FMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP05 FMV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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