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GF56 YME

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

138,834 mi
Last recorded138,834 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 YME
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 138,834 miles

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test sticker ()

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge worn

brake pad warning lamp on during test

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 3 Nov 2016 138,834 miles

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test sticker ()

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge worn

brake pad warning lamp on during test

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Nov 2015 120,647 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 2 Nov 2015 120,644 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Nov 2014 110,092 miles

Both headlight aims on the maximum level

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2013 97,323 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 86,948 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 72,444 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 72,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 54,364 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 38,210 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 YME is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YME, 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 YME registered?

GF56 YME is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is GF56 YME safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 YME shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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