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GL56 LVT

2006 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

116,861 mi
Last recorded116,861 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 LVT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2021 116,861 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 116,801 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 108,160 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 108,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 106,564 miles

Offside Front shock absorber damp

Fail 16 Jan 2020 106,564 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front shock absorber damp

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 100,464 miles

Front brake pads look worn

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 100,464 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads look worn

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 93,836 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre worn

Offside parking brake lever/caliper not returning to stop

Fail 11 Jan 2018 93,836 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre worn

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre worn

Offside parking brake lever/caliper not returning to stop

Pass 13 Jan 2017 86,525 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 86,525 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 77,825 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2016 77,825 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 70,248 miles

offside outer constant velocitry gaiter pin holed

Pass 15 Jan 2014 62,574 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 55,877 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 48,208 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Jan 2012 48,208 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 39,175 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Jan 2010 28,655 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 LVT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 GL56 LVT, 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 GL56 LVT registered?

GL56 LVT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2006.

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