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GU13 EXV

2013 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,884 mi
Last recorded78,884 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU13 EXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 78,884 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 77,276 miles

high level break light not working

Pass 5 Mar 2024 76,623 miles

high level break light not working

Pass 2 Mar 2023 75,996 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 75,320 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 74,508 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 70,218 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 55,095 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 55,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 41,422 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 35,362 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 28,993 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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GU13 EXV is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 80,604 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 GU13 EXV, 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 13 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU13 EXV registered?

GU13 EXV is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 March 2013.

Is GU13 EXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU13 EXV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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