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FM17 GCV

2017 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,195 mi
Last recorded97,195 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM17 GCV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 97,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly. (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 90,018 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre wear should be kept under observation.

Pass 17 Apr 2024 83,245 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s slightly. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2023 76,514 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres are close to tread wear indicator and should be kept under observation

Pass 14 Apr 2022 69,097 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 57,012 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 42,661 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020

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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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FM17 GCV is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 FM17 GCV, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FM17 GCV registered?

FM17 GCV is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 July 2017.

Is FM17 GCV safe to buy?

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