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YS55 FYJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,769 mi
Last recorded63,769 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2010
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS55 FYJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2010 63,769 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 63,769 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 36,257 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 36,257 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

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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YS55 FYJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YS55 FYJ, 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

How do I check the history of YS55 FYJ?

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What year was YS55 FYJ registered?

YS55 FYJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is YS55 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS55 FYJ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS55 FYJ have outstanding finance?

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