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GK56 WHP

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,451 mi
Last recorded37,451 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 WHP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 37,451 miles

General corrosion to steering/suspension components including rear subframe.

Fail 28 Aug 2026 37,450 miles

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

General corrosion to steering/suspension components including rear subframe.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres has deep cracking/splitting. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres has deep cracking/splitting. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 36,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 35,573 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 34,142 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 32,459 miles

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 17 Aug 2021 30,000 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 28,299 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 26,494 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 23,884 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 21,856 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 18,993 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 15,994 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 13,921 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,606 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 10,743 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 8,899 miles

nearside front tyre starting to split in centre of tread

nearside rear tyre starting to split in centre of tread

offside front tyre starting to split in centre of tread

Pass 9 Sep 2010 6,952 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 5,262 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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GK56 WHP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 WHP, 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 WHP registered?

GK56 WHP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is GK56 WHP safe to buy?

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