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GF14 YML

2014 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,948 mi
Last recorded68,948 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF14 YML
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 68,948 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & nail in tread 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2024 66,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2023 62,731 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 62,731 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2022 58,510 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 53,604 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 49,011 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 38,336 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 32,761 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 28,325 miles

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

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

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

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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GF14 YML is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 76,780 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 GF14 YML, 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 12 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 GF14 YML registered?

GF14 YML is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 April 2014.

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