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GF56 WZU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

199,847 mi
Last recorded199,847 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 WZU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 199,847 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2023 199,813 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre's worn unevenly

Pass 5 Jan 2022 194,309 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 187,870 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 181,634 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 173,111 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 163,290 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 151,990 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 142,634 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 132,231 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 122,257 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 108,779 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 95,475 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 79,716 miles

n/s front inner boot split.

Pass 1 Dec 2009 68,665 miles

hand brake lever stiff to release

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 WZU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WZU, 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 WZU registered?

GF56 WZU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 December 2006.

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