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FY56 AJX

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

58,824 mi
Last recorded58,824 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 AJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 58,824 miles

rear suspension arms rusting

Pass 24 Apr 2025 50,339 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 43,732 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 43,732 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 34,004 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 25,939 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 17,881 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 12,074 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 7,725 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 7,694 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 7,454 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 7,070 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 6,822 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 6,319 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 5,929 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 5,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 5,408 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 4,756 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 3,827 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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FY56 AJX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FY56 AJX, 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 FY56 AJX registered?

FY56 AJX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is FY56 AJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 AJX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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