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GX05 YLT

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,820 mi
Last recorded95,820 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 YLT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 95,820 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 89,415 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 82,437 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 75,444 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 70,492 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 70,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 62,579 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 54,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 45,647 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 6 Jul 2009 38,504 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 29,146 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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GX05 YLT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GX05 YLT, 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 GX05 YLT registered?

GX05 YLT is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is GX05 YLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 YLT 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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