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YX05 BKY

2005 Skoda Octavia

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,418 mi
Last recorded147,418 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 BKY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 147,418 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 143,911 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 136,098 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 126,181 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 126,180 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 126,000 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 114,265 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 92,947 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 80,286 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 80,286 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 77,196 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 70,270 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 62,975 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 52,416 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 37,234 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)

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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YX05 BKY is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX05 BKY, 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 YX05 BKY registered?

YX05 BKY is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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