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GX56 BEU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,705 mi
Last recorded157,705 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 BEU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 157,705 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 151,955 miles

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

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 145,229 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 134,184 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 134,184 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 125,330 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 118,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge minor outer edge wear 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 116,447 miles

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 23 Aug 2019 109,828 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 109,828 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear light cluster lens broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2018 99,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205/60r15 91v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205/60 r15 91v (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet handle missing

Fail 18 Aug 2018 99,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205/60r15 91v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour renew bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205/60 r15 91v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour renew bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working renew bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

bonnet handle missing

Pass 16 Aug 2017 90,246 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 82,244 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 82,244 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 79,727 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Sep 2014 73,981 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 73,981 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 69,529 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 69,529 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 65,038 miles

air bag light staying on

Pass 12 Sep 2011 54,381 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 48,401 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 38,814 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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GX56 BEU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX56 BEU, 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 GX56 BEU registered?

GX56 BEU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is GX56 BEU safe to buy?

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