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GF55 KUX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

262,024 mi
Last recorded262,024 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 KUX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 262,024 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 262,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 222,522 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 222,510 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 222,008 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 222,007 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 182,268 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 182,257 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 155,255 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 104,059 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 104,031 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 74,801 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 74,788 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 65,577 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 55,623 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 54,207 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GF55 KUX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 GF55 KUX, 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 GF55 KUX registered?

GF55 KUX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is GF55 KUX safe to buy?

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