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GX55 MVM

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

113,073 mi
Last recorded113,073 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 MVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 113,073 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 108,350 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 101,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 101,757 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 99,261 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 24 Mar 2012 99,261 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 26 Mar 2011 92,012 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 92,012 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 88,883 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 88,883 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

engine manigment light on at this time

near side inner cv gater leaking

under cover tray insurce temprey repair has been done

offside lower wish bone bolt wrong type fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2009 82,529 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 82,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GX55 MVM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GX55 MVM, 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 GX55 MVM registered?

GX55 MVM is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is GX55 MVM safe to buy?

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