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GP05 VEH

2005 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,726 mi
Last recorded144,726 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 VEH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 144,726 miles

Crack in windscreen on legal limit inside zone 'A'

Exhaust emissions only just met legal requirements

Fail 24 Apr 2013 144,510 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Crack in windscreen on legal limit inside zone 'A'

Exhaust emissions only just met legal requirements

Pass 20 Aug 2012 134,476 miles

SMOKE EMISSIONS CLOSE TO MAXIMUM

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 128,283 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 120,929 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

airbag light on dash

front discs very worn

n/s/f tyre getting low outer edge and cracked

Pass 9 Feb 2011 113,032 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 104,344 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

airbag light on dash

Pass 9 Aug 2010 104,344 miles

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

airbag light on dash

Pass 19 Aug 2009 87,407 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 68,064 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 VEH is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VEH, 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 VEH registered?

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

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