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GHZ 8506

2004 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,592 mi
Last recorded136,592 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHZ 8506
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Ambiente TDI
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 136,592 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 127,982 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 127,737 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 118,807 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 118,651 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 112,711 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 112,677 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 109,819 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 109,800 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 106,276 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?

Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
8,059
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
641
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Stop lamp not working 12
Direction indicator incorrect colour 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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GHZ 8506 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHZ 8506, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHZ 8506 registered?

GHZ 8506 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is GHZ 8506 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHZ 8506 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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