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GN05 DLJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

98,479 mi
Last recorded98,479 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 DLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 98,479 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 98,479 miles

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 93,602 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 90,817 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 86,070 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 83,720 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 79,939 miles

Nearside Front tyre close to limit

Nearside Rear unable to fully inspect wheel bearing due to slight bind

Offside Front outer c.v gaiter leaking grease but not allowing ingress of dirt and water

Offside Front tyre close to limit

Pass 12 Nov 2018 79,055 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 77,699 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing close to wear bars

Nearside Rear brake has slight bind

Pass 15 Nov 2016 76,328 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 74,945 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 73,071 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 69,147 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 62,437 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 51,431 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 42,574 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 35,933 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 29,555 miles

engine damp with oil

nearside front tyre perished on tread

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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GN05 DLJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN05 DLJ, 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 GN05 DLJ registered?

GN05 DLJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is GN05 DLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 DLJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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