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GK56 URP

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

159,246 mi
Last recorded159,246 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 URP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 159,246 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 150,991 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 142,579 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 131,621 miles

Both Front Tyres Outer Edge Wearing

Pass 16 Aug 2018 122,838 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 116,241 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 110,488 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 104,747 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 97,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Aug 2013 91,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 82,186 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 76,100 miles

o/s outer sill has slight jacking damage

Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Sep 2009 26,283 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 26,283 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GK56 URP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc 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 GK56 URP, 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 GK56 URP registered?

GK56 URP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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