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YT54 SXU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

171,294 mi
Last recorded171,294 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT54 SXU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 171,294 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 171,245 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 158,802 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 146,592 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 146,592 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2020 139,893 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2020 139,893 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 129,877 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 124,488 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 122,525 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 121,079 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 119,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 115,517 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 105,672 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 105,672 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 84,294 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 62,731 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 62,731 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 46,485 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 46,485 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 31,340 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 22,212 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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YT54 SXU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YT54 SXU, 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 YT54 SXU registered?

YT54 SXU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 February 2005.

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