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DU56 FXE

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

282,384 mi
Last recorded282,384 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 FXE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 282,384 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 251,746 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 251,707 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 220,302 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 194,451 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 165,842 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 165,241 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 132,475 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 132,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 103,816 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 79,557 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 78,536 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 54,161 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 27,200 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 25,543 miles

2 rear tyres tread uneven

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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DU56 FXE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU56 FXE, 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 DU56 FXE registered?

DU56 FXE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is DU56 FXE safe to buy?

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