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AE56 KBN

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,440 mi
Last recorded95,440 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 KBN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 95,440 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 95,440 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 88,253 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 81,627 miles

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

o/s/r brake binding slightly.

Pass 12 Dec 2011 68,228 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 54,820 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 54,820 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 42,629 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 KBN is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 KBN registered?

AE56 KBN is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is AE56 KBN safe to buy?

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