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GF56 LBJ

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

130,849 mi
Last recorded130,849 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 LBJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 130,849 miles

rear lower arm inner bushes perished

rear trailing arm bushes perished slightly both sides

Fail 12 Sep 2018 130,849 miles

rear lower arm inner bushes perished

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

rear trailing arm bushes perished slightly both sides

Pass 21 Sep 2017 117,924 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to get low (3.5.1g)

all rear axle bushes starting to perish

Pass 27 Sep 2016 108,120 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Offside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 107,640 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 99,636 miles

rear brake discs worn lip, corroeded.

Pass 1 Nov 2013 89,322 miles

rear tyres wearing edges.

Pass 6 Nov 2012 77,680 miles

both front shocks slight sign of fluid misting.

wishbone lower bushes splitting and worn.

Pass 26 Oct 2011 69,796 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 60,228 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 48,277 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 LBJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GF56 LBJ, 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

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What year was GF56 LBJ registered?

GF56 LBJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is GF56 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 LBJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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