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FG56 GVU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

529,579 mi
Last recorded529,579 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 GVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 529,579 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

offside and nearside rear seatbelts slow to retract

offside hand brake cable outer cover cracking

Pass 1 May 2018 516,607 miles

Front brake flexys perished

Front brake flexys perished

Hand brake cables worn

O/s/r tyre wearing low tread

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2018 516,195 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Power steering component(s) leaking Steering rack (2.3.3b)

Front brake flexys perished

Front brake flexys perished

Hand brake cables worn

O/s/r tyre wearing low tread

Oil leak

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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FG56 GVU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FG56 GVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG56 GVU?

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What year was FG56 GVU registered?

FG56 GVU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is FG56 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 GVU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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