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FP05 GXW

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,284 mi
Last recorded137,284 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 GXW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 137,284 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 6 Nov 2020 137,132 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 13 Nov 2019 128,965 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 128,953 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 119,540 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 119,540 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 115,444 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 111,351 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 105,336 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 103,779 miles

wiper blades split

Pass 4 Jun 2014 94,399 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 82,629 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 67,776 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 67,776 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 55,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

wiper blades splitting

Pass 2 Jun 2011 55,260 miles

wiper blades splitting

Pass 3 Jun 2010 42,031 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 29,159 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 27,322 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 19,749 miles

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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FP05 GXW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP05 GXW, 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 FP05 GXW registered?

FP05 GXW is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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