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YR55 HSN

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

137,580 mi
Last recorded137,580 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 HSN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 137,580 miles

advise both front tyres worn on edges

advise front brake discs worn

advise n/s/r tyre worn on edges and on wear indicators recommend replacement asap

advise o/s/f wiper blade worn

advise o/s/r tyre bold on inner edge and tread low recommend replacement asap

Fail 16 Oct 2017 137,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

advise both front tyres worn on edges

advise front brake discs worn

advise n/s/r tyre worn on edges and on wear indicators recommend replacement asap

advise o/s/f wiper blade worn

advise o/s/r tyre bold on inner edge and tread low recommend replacement asap

Pass 11 Oct 2016 127,885 miles

n/s/f shocker leaking slightly

o/s/f tyre low tread on inner edge

undershield has a bolt missing and hanging down

Pass 16 Oct 2015 119,554 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split

advise both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

advise rear brake discs worn

Fail 16 Oct 2015 119,550 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split

advise both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

advise o/s/f wiper blade worn

advise rear brake discs worn

Pass 26 Sep 2014 110,020 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear discs and pads worn n/s/r very low

rear shocker shrouds detached

Pass 18 Sep 2013 101,841 miles

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

advise child seat fitted to n/s/r seatbelt

advise front brake discs worn

advise rear brake discs worn

Pass 3 Oct 2012 92,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2012 92,527 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2011 83,074 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 74,388 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 74,238 miles

Centre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 65,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 61,304 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 61,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 56,470 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 56,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YR55 HSN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR55 HSN, 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 YR55 HSN registered?

YR55 HSN is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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The MOT history for YR55 HSN shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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