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GL20 PCV

2020 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,894 mi
Last recorded53,894 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2020 Skoda Octavia41,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL20 PCV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 53,894 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 46,705 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 46,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2023 36,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 PCV is a 2020 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PCV, 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 PCV?

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What year was GL20 PCV registered?

GL20 PCV is a 2020 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 July 2020.

Is GL20 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL20 PCV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL20 PCV have outstanding finance?

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