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BN56 FBY

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

198,992 mi
Last recorded198,992 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 FBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2014 198,992 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f headlamp loose

o/s/r tyreon limit

Pass 14 Apr 2014 198,992 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f headlamp loose

o/s/r tyreon limit

Pass 14 Oct 2013 180,298 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 154,450 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 154,435 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

HACKNEY PLATES REMOVED

Pass 9 Oct 2012 134,149 miles

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

O/S/R tyre scrubbed on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2012 112,801 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 94,124 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 78,467 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 78,467 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 62,052 miles

Engine cover on underside loose at rear bolts

First aid kit & fire extinquisher missing

Heater blower inopperative

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

Rear window washer inopperative

Tariff sheet & front & rear plates to be fitted when issued

Pass 24 Aug 2010 60,167 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 47,398 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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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BN56 FBY is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN56 FBY, 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 BN56 FBY registered?

BN56 FBY is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is BN56 FBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 FBY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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