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DU56 KZT

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

201,240 mi
Last recorded201,240 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 KZT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 201,240 miles

no warning lights on dash time of test

rear subframe corroded

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 13 Jan 2020 204,948 miles

no warning lights on dash time of test

rear sub frame slight corrosion starting

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 18 Jan 2019 200,945 miles

Nearside slight crack In mirror but not affecting rear view

Fail 9 Jan 2019 200,941 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low efficiency (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside slight crack In mirror but not affecting rear view

Pass 5 Jan 2018 198,304 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both clamps rotted out (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Oil leak from rear of engine ()

Pass 12 Jan 2017 194,452 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 187,146 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Mar 2016 187,146 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 178,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

n/s mirror glass damaged but vehicle still has to other mirrors

Pass 5 Oct 2013 159,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2012 138,674 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2011 112,606 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 89,318 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 63,862 miles

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

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 KZT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DU56 KZT, 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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DU56 KZT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 October 2006.

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