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GN55 GDA

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,478 mi
Last recorded114,478 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 GDA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 114,478 miles

ALL BRAKE BACK PLATES HEAVILY CORRODED AND STARTING TO BREAK UP

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake has slight drag/bind

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2015 108,330 miles

SNAP FIT FUEL HOSE INTO FILTER DAMP, ADVISE NEW FILTER !!!

both front wishbone rear bushes poor, advise replacement in 12 months

front pads approx 2/3 worn, will req discs

n/s/r brake back plate corroding away (safe to use)

n/s/r caliper park brake lever not fully on stop. (advise cables backed off next pad change)

rear pads appear to be getting low (will req cables to be backed off)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 102,253 miles

Both front shock absorbers slightly damp

Emissions poor

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 94,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 94,539 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 85,471 miles

Windscreen damaged outside of swept area

Fail 23 Aug 2012 85,471 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 81,615 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 76,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 64,422 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 53,723 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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GN55 GDA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GN55 GDA, 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 GN55 GDA registered?

GN55 GDA is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is GN55 GDA safe to buy?

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