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GJ05 UAZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,973 mi
Last recorded158,973 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 UAZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 158,973 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 7 Apr 2015 140,934 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 130,574 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 116,845 miles

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

nearside front driveshaft inner boot leaking

rear suspension arm bushes deteriated

Pass 17 Apr 2012 107,238 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 107,047 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 13 Apr 2011 94,312 miles

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

front discs and pads wearing low

Pass 30 Apr 2010 82,560 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 82,560 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 59,352 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,780 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 40,780 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

nearside rear tyre on legal limit 1.6mm

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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GJ05 UAZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 GJ05 UAZ, 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 GJ05 UAZ registered?

GJ05 UAZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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