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GJ55 OVG

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,650 mi
Last recorded123,650 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 OVG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 123,650 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 114,438 miles

Offside Rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2015 104,366 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 97,683 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 97,682 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 89,342 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 76,842 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 76,744 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 67,014 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 55,262 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 44,204 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 44,204 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 31,054 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 31,054 miles

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

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

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

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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GJ55 OVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GJ55 OVG, 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 GJ55 OVG registered?

GJ55 OVG is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GJ55 OVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ55 OVG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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