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YT55 MSV

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

320,507 mi
Last recorded320,507 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT55 MSV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 320,507 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 304,689 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 294,710 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 19 Nov 2022 284,618 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 262,209 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 262,194 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 247,284 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 245,613 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 243,981 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 237,477 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 219,578 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 202,663 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 182,158 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 160,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 159,535 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 132,736 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2015 114,653 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 97,282 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 88,563 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 79,907 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 71,045 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 63,288 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 50,646 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 35,031 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 35,031 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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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YT55 MSV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 YT55 MSV, 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 YT55 MSV?

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What year was YT55 MSV registered?

YT55 MSV is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is YT55 MSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT55 MSV shows 25 tests with a 92% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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