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GF55 NBJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

261,902 mi
Last recorded261,902 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 NBJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2024 261,902 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 259,298 miles

Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

surface corrosion on outer sills

Pass 28 May 2022 256,720 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 251,975 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 245,834 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 236,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 228,421 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 218,196 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 198,110 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 176,643 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 160,687 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 133,684 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 113,643 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 86,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2010 51,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2009 26,261 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 22,794 miles

n/s rear tyre cracked

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 NBJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GF55 NBJ, 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 GF55 NBJ registered?

GF55 NBJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is GF55 NBJ safe to buy?

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