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GP55 VTK

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,075 mi
Last recorded89,075 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 VTK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 89,075 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 82,677 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 82,387 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 74,655 miles

Offside Front Seatbelt getting slow to return

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake starting to bind

Slight imbalance from rear brakes

Pass 25 Nov 2015 67,228 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 60,993 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 26 Nov 2013 54,935 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 49,126 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 43,632 miles

front brake discs badly worn/corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2010 37,517 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 30,780 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 30,780 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 25,888 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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GP55 VTK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GP55 VTK, 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 GP55 VTK registered?

GP55 VTK is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 December 2005.

Is GP55 VTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 VTK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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