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GF05 GZE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,291 mi
Last recorded159,291 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 GZE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 159,291 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 144,957 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 135,236 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 135,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 117,092 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 109,702 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 103,033 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 955,767 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 955,764 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 86,377 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 79,163 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 74,641 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 74,595 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2009 65,710 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 55,450 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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GF05 GZE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF05 GZE, 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 GF05 GZE registered?

GF05 GZE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is GF05 GZE safe to buy?

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