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GC17 FYG

2017 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

335,553 mi
Last recorded335,553 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC17 FYG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 335,553 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 335,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear rear wiper and washer in-op

Pass 27 Mar 2024 299,166 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 271,704 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 243,452 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 243,439 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 212,531 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 186,713 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 168,626 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 142,156 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 123,537 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 123,537 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 106,259 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 82,954 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 57,454 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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GC17 FYG is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GC17 FYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GC17 FYG registered?

GC17 FYG is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 July 2017.

Is GC17 FYG safe to buy?

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