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GL56 HYK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,704 mi
Last recorded115,704 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 HYK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 115,704 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 106,408 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear ()

slight exhaust blow

Pass 1 Mar 2024 95,154 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 83,110 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 77,617 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 73,209 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 69,715 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 64,012 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 59,374 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 55,175 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 50,100 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 44,827 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 39,015 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 32,084 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 26,114 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 20,828 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 15,638 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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GL56 HYK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL56 HYK, 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 GL56 HYK registered?

GL56 HYK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is GL56 HYK safe to buy?

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