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GF56 KZU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

232,954 mi
Last recorded232,954 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 KZU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 232,954 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 232,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 225,548 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 225,548 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 215,519 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 215,519 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 195,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 195,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 173,551 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 21 Nov 2017 173,551 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Nov 2016 159,381 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 159,380 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 146,866 miles

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

front number plate cracked

front tyres low in tread

Fail 20 Nov 2015 146,866 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

front number plate cracked

front tyres low in tread

Fail 28 Oct 2014 133,235 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear lower position light bulb out

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Oct 2014 133,235 miles

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

offside rear lower position light bulb out

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Nov 2013 118,191 miles

all brake pads about 50% worn

Fail 1 Nov 2013 118,191 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all brake pads worn

nearside rear outer lower position light not working

offside front brake dragging

some imbalance on front braking

Fail 16 Nov 2012 106,029 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 106,029 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 85,361 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 65,315 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 47,130 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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GF56 KZU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 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 GF56 KZU, 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 GF56 KZU registered?

GF56 KZU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 November 2006.

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