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GF55 UJS

2005 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,387 mi
Last recorded106,387 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 UJS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 106,387 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 102,102 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Feb 2016 98,077 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 98,045 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 93,151 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 87,774 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 87,703 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 84,380 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)

airbag light on

Pass 5 Sep 2011 80,107 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 74,674 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 69,762 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 69,757 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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 UJS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UJS, 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 UJS registered?

GF55 UJS is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is GF55 UJS safe to buy?

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