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CE56 MXS

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

146,544 mi
Last recorded146,544 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 MXS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 146,544 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2026 146,544 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2025 137,683 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 123,943 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 106,173 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 84,185 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2022 84,185 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 73,447 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 62,009 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 62,009 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 59,356 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 54,706 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 50,037 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 44,820 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 39,643 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 36,840 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 32,823 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 29,588 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 24,057 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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CE56 MXS is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CE56 MXS, 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 CE56 MXS registered?

CE56 MXS is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is CE56 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE56 MXS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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