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BK56 TXU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

117,493 mi
Last recorded117,493 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 TXU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 117,493 miles

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 5 Oct 2015 105,702 miles

Both rear suspension bumpstops in poor condition - especially nearside.

Plastic undertrays fitted, preventing full inspection of underside components.

Pass 7 Oct 2014 94,338 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2014 94,338 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 85,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Oct 2013 85,245 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2012 72,061 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 57,875 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 45,187 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)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 35,601 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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BK56 TXU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol 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 BK56 TXU, 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 BK56 TXU registered?

BK56 TXU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 October 2006.

Is BK56 TXU safe to buy?

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