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GV05 XNZ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,189 mi
Last recorded126,189 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 XNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 126,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 111,181 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 104,147 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leval low

Fail 4 Jul 2015 104,147 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

oil leval low

Pass 5 Jul 2014 97,875 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 91,378 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 81,197 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 74,191 miles

front no plate seperating from mounting.

Pass 13 Jul 2010 63,356 miles

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

offside rear wheel stiff to turn

wipers in poor condition

worning light on

Pass 4 Jul 2009 49,913 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front wiper blades not clearing 100%

Pass 26 Jul 2008 38,509 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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GV05 XNZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GV05 XNZ, 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 GV05 XNZ registered?

GV05 XNZ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is GV05 XNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 XNZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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