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GF56 XAM

2006 Skoda Roomster

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

62,561 mi
Last recorded62,561 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Roomster77,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 XAM
MakeSkoda
ModelRoomster
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 62,561 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 62,561 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 58,735 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 58,730 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 55,624 miles

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

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

Rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Oct 2022 51,594 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 51,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 48,995 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 46,034 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 46,024 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 43,771 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 40,309 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 36,674 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 33,318 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 29,691 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 26,049 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 21,633 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 17,503 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 13,080 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Oct 2010 9,050 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 7,152 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Roomster?

Based on 339,198 MOT tests across 22,877 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
5,830
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
22,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,146
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 1,804
position lamp(s) not working 1,732
Stop lamp not working 1,699
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GF56 XAM is a 2006 Skoda Roomster in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Roomster models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 77,336 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Roomster fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF56 XAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Roomster typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Skoda Roomster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF56 XAM registered?

GF56 XAM is a 2006 Skoda Roomster, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is GF56 XAM safe to buy?

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