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GM17 SYU

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,441 mi
Last recorded108,441 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM17 SYU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 108,441 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 20 Jan 2026 108,441 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 99,862 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 88,428 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 76,988 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 66,618 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 51,866 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2020

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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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GM17 SYU is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 GM17 SYU, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GM17 SYU registered?

GM17 SYU is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is GM17 SYU safe to buy?

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