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AE56 EDK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,322 mi
Last recorded167,322 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 EDK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 167,322 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2018 167,322 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 159,472 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2017 159,472 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 151,353 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 145,324 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 140,713 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 134,869 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 118,449 miles

front number plate water damaged close to excess

Pass 8 Sep 2011 97,102 miles

front number plate water damaged

Pass 7 Sep 2010 75,749 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 54,413 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 EDK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EDK, 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 EDK registered?

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

Is AE56 EDK safe to buy?

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