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GU05 LBE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

224,799 mi
Last recorded224,799 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 LBE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 224,799 miles

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Fail 26 Nov 2013 224,795 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 209,061 miles

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

rear discs lipped

Fail 13 Nov 2012 209,061 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear discs lipped

Fail 9 Jun 2010 159,202 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 159,202 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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GU05 LBE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GU05 LBE, 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.

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What year was GU05 LBE registered?

GU05 LBE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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