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GL14 XHU

2014 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,835 mi
Last recorded145,835 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL14 XHU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 145,835 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2025 145,835 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 131,323 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside headlight mounting damaged but secure and headlight aim on lowest pass point

Fail 1 Nov 2024 131,323 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside headlight mounting damaged but secure and headlight aim on lowest pass point

Pass 14 Nov 2023 119,978 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 107,885 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 107,050 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 107,050 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 100,013 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 97,121 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 82,142 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 82,142 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 65,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 49,004 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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GL14 XHU is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GL14 XHU, 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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What year was GL14 XHU registered?

GL14 XHU is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 May 2014.

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