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GJ14 VVN

2014 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

237,404 mi
Last recorded237,404 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ14 VVN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 237,404 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 203,269 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 185,229 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 167,090 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 148,977 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil leak source unknown

Fail 15 Apr 2021 148,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil leak source unknown

Pass 20 Oct 2020 135,630 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 107,341 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake could do with slight adjustment

Under trays fitted

Under trays wet with oil no visible leaks

Pass 23 Mar 2019 88,062 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted at time of test

Front Reg plate damaged

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear brake disc's slight lip (worn)

Pass 25 Oct 2018 75,442 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Under trays fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2018 75,270 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2018 67,071 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 57,477 miles

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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GJ14 VVN is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GJ14 VVN, 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.

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GJ14 VVN is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 March 2014.

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