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YY05 BKO

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

175,941 mi
Last recorded175,941 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY05 BKO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 175,941 miles

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

both rear shocker covers loose

Pass 18 Aug 2014 165,152 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/F tye is wearing on the inner edge.

Oil leak

Slight misfire/vibration at when engine is at ilde.

Slight wear to engine/gearbox mountings.

Pass 12 Aug 2014 165,006 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 137,632 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 137,623 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 119,484 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 99,571 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 82,972 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 65,482 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 65,367 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under body sighty surefaces rusting

Pass 8 Oct 2010 59,170 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 48,169 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 48,169 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 36,294 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 36,050 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 36,050 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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YY05 BKO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YY05 BKO, 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 YY05 BKO registered?

YY05 BKO is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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