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GD17 XZE

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,910 mi
Last recorded65,910 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD17 XZE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 65,910 miles

Covers impede parts of inspection

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 57,498 miles

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

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

covers impede parts of inspection

Pass 23 May 2024 46,448 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Offside rear tyre slightly perished.

Slight weep from offside front and nearside front dampers.

Pass 8 Jun 2023 40,879 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Slight weep from nearside rear damper.

Pass 1 Jun 2022 35,833 miles

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

covers impede parts of inspection

Fail 1 Jun 2022 35,831 miles

Windscreen washer not working offside/nearside (3.5 (a))

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

covers impede parts of inspection

Pass 18 May 2021 30,325 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Slight weep from nearside front damper.

Pass 20 May 2020 26,104 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

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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GD17 XZE is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GD17 XZE, 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 GD17 XZE registered?

GD17 XZE is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 June 2017.

Is GD17 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD17 XZE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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