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PG17 GUX

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,207 mi
Last recorded162,207 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG17 GUX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 162,207 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 129,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 98,721 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 98,687 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 72,032 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2022 63,401 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 41,090 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Sep 2020 13,726 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 13,037 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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PG17 GUX is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 PG17 GUX, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PG17 GUX registered?

PG17 GUX is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 March 2017.

Is PG17 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG17 GUX 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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