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GP05 VDZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

72,734 mi
Last recorded72,734 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 VDZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 72,734 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

Both rear tyres worn heavily on inner edges

Pass 28 Aug 2020 67,305 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 62,284 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Sep 2019 62,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 55,092 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 48,702 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 41,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge bald (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 34,698 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 4 Aug 2014 26,815 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 20,470 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 14,474 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 13,603 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,498 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 10,432 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,601 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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GP05 VDZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VDZ, 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 VDZ registered?

GP05 VDZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is GP05 VDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 VDZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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