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GL20 CGV

2020 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,594 mi
Last recorded50,594 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2020 Skoda Octavia41,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL20 CGV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 50,594 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2025 42,402 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 42,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 29,563 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 28,960 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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GL20 CGV is a 2020 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 41,072 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 GL20 CGV, 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 6 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL20 CGV?

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What year was GL20 CGV registered?

GL20 CGV is a 2020 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 July 2020.

Is GL20 CGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL20 CGV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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