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VN05 GFE

2005 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,944 mi
Last recorded139,944 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 GFE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 139,944 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 123,311 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 107,882 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 95,360 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 95,356 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 80,575 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 65,620 miles

o/s h/b not returning fully

Pass 30 Apr 2009 54,489 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 54,489 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2008 40,557 miles

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)

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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VN05 GFE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN05 GFE, 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 VN05 GFE registered?

VN05 GFE is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is VN05 GFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 GFE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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