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GN63 EBF

2013 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,414 mi
Last recorded98,414 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN63 EBF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 98,414 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 92,006 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2025 92,006 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 86,681 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 81,899 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 77,903 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 75,339 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 75,339 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 74,680 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 67,882 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 56,026 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2017 43,049 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2017 43,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 28,116 miles

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

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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GN63 EBF is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 80,604 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 GN63 EBF, 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 13 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN63 EBF registered?

GN63 EBF is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 September 2013.

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