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GF05 OTP

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,463 mi
Last recorded95,463 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 OTP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 95,463 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 95,463 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 82,079 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 82,079 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 81,488 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 75,662 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 71,957 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 68,739 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 68,739 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 65,247 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 62,329 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 59,530 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 56,638 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 51,798 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 48,186 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 43,267 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 39,282 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 34,217 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 OTP is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OTP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF05 OTP registered?

GF05 OTP is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is GF05 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 OTP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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