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GN05 JAU

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

100,797 mi
Last recorded100,797 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 JAU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 100,797 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 98,565 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 97,354 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 94,582 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 91,774 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 88,894 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 86,090 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 81,240 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 81,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 76,183 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 71,275 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 67,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 64,301 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 58,747 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 52,719 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,898 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 32,801 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 24,776 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 18,405 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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GN05 JAU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 JAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN05 JAU registered?

GN05 JAU is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is GN05 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 JAU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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