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DG56 UAR

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

144,429 mi
Last recorded144,429 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 UAR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 144,429 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 120,417 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 84,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 81,052 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 81,052 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 75,427 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,143 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 62,343 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 55,422 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 49,833 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 49,831 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 44,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 May 2011 38,664 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2010 33,795 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres starting to perish but unable to see chords

Pass 21 Sep 2009 29,157 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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DG56 UAR is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DG56 UAR, 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 DG56 UAR registered?

DG56 UAR is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is DG56 UAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 UAR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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