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AE56 EDC

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,825 mi
Last recorded118,825 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 EDC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 118,825 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

drivers seatbelt slightly frayed

dust cover insecure at o/s rear shock absorber

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Sep 2015 108,305 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

dust cover missing from n/s rear shock absorber

Pass 29 Aug 2014 94,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

dust cover missing from n/s rear shock absorber

Pass 9 Sep 2013 81,532 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 81,532 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 68,384 miles

air bag warning lt on

slight bind at n/s rear brake

Fail 23 Aug 2012 68,384 miles

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

air bag warning lt on

slight bind at n/s rear brake

Pass 6 Sep 2011 59,421 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 50,233 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,384 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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AE56 EDC is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,261 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 AE56 EDC, 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 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE56 EDC registered?

AE56 EDC is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is AE56 EDC safe to buy?

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