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YR55 OFT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,699 mi
Last recorded176,699 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2010
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 OFT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2010 176,699 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 168,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

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

light selecting switch deteriating but function not impaired.

Pass 16 Apr 2008 139,978 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 116,976 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 88,566 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 58,866 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 29,791 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 233 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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YR55 OFT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YR55 OFT, 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 YR55 OFT registered?

YR55 OFT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is YR55 OFT safe to buy?

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