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YP05 SXX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,637 mi
Last recorded83,637 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 SXX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 83,637 miles

front pads worn

Pass 28 Apr 2018 78,901 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 71,298 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracked/deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2016 66,960 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre aged cracked in tread

Fail 21 Apr 2016 66,959 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Front tyre aged cracked in tread

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

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

Offside Rear tyre aged cracked in tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 May 2015 62,457 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 57,904 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 50,803 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 45,334 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 39,675 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2010 34,079 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 34,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2009 29,153 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 22,477 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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YP05 SXX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SXX, 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 YP05 SXX registered?

YP05 SXX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 May 2005.

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