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FV05 GTU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,836 mi
Last recorded108,836 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 GTU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 108,836 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 90,883 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 90,553 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 86,275 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 80,488 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 75,107 miles

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)

nail in offside rear tyre (1/4 past)

nails in nearside rear tyre 5 to and 10 past (punctured)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 64,278 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 50,226 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 50,226 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 33,768 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 33,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,364 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 24,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2009 19,398 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 19,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2008 14,403 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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FV05 GTU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FV05 GTU, 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 FV05 GTU registered?

FV05 GTU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is FV05 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 GTU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV05 GTU have outstanding finance?

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