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GY05 PZJ

2005 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,744 mi
Last recorded151,744 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 PZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 151,744 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 130,842 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 110,088 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 110,088 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 89,179 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 71,085 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 52,583 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,821 miles

coolant level on minimum

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2008 33,644 miles

covers under body

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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GY05 PZJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GY05 PZJ, 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 GY05 PZJ registered?

GY05 PZJ is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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The MOT history for GY05 PZJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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