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EA56 PLF

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,426 mi
Last recorded126,426 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 PLF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 126,426 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 126,426 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high full beam to high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 124,184 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 120,351 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 120,351 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 115,630 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 109,418 miles

n/s/f tyre and n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 24 Sep 2015 106,463 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 93,245 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 76,934 miles

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON.

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 65,555 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 51,142 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 40,356 miles

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

o/s/ rear tyre starting to crack .

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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EA56 PLF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EA56 PLF, 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 EA56 PLF registered?

EA56 PLF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is EA56 PLF safe to buy?

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