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GP05 LRX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

255,359 mi
Last recorded255,359 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 LRX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 255,359 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 228,945 miles

Both rear and offside front tyre treads worn to legal limit.

Offside rear light lens cracked.

Fail 30 May 2013 228,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine management warning light on.

Offside front tyre tread worn near to legal limit.

Offside rear light lens cracked.

Offside rear tyre tread worn to legal limit.

Pass 26 Nov 2012 203,984 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 153,339 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 153,181 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 100,117 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 47,144 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 47,140 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 42,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 33,753 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 23,749 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 23,678 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

large plastic under trays fitted

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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GP05 LRX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GP05 LRX, 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 GP05 LRX registered?

GP05 LRX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is GP05 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 LRX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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