Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1781cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 129,354 miles on the clock, averaging 8,050 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TSI engine is known for potential faults (not bgu-confirmed as common).
MOT & Mileage History for YF05 ALU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,354 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 8,050 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Potential Faults (Not BGU-Confirmed as Common)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YF05 ALU |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YF05 ALU
What car is YF05 ALU?
YF05 ALU is a black Skoda Octavia, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YF05 ALU?
The last recorded mileage for YF05 ALU was 129,354 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF05 ALU passed its MOT?
YF05 ALU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2020.
Is YF05 ALU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF05 ALU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YF05 ALU?
YF05 ALU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.