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AE56 EDX

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

187,162 mi
Last recorded187,162 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 EDX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 187,162 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear 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 28 Apr 2023 177,152 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 169,078 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 160,758 miles

Front Chip in windscreen

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear X2 shock dust covers loose

Pass 16 Sep 2019 143,327 miles

2 X Rear shock dust cover lose

Exhaust sleeve corroded

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

O/S/R Brake back plate corroded

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 133,396 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 123,938 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 114,727 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 107,561 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 107,561 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 98,857 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 92,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 82,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Slight cracking to both front tyres.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2011 76,905 miles

NUMBER PLATES L7 05KAR HANE BEEN SEEN ON THIS CAR

Pass 10 Sep 2010 72,486 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 59,660 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 EDX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EDX, 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 EDX registered?

AE56 EDX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is AE56 EDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 EDX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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