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KS55 WMA

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,166 mi
Last recorded144,166 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2012
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS55 WMA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2012 144,166 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)

Fail 6 Jan 2012 144,166 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 11 Jan 2011 115,837 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsr brake pads getting low

osf brake pads getting low

Pass 8 Jan 2010 91,074 miles

osr seat belt buckle cover broken but buckle still functions correctly

Fail 8 Jan 2010 91,074 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osr seat belt buckle cover broken but buckle still functions correctly

Pass 9 Jan 2009 65,677 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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KS55 WMA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KS55 WMA, 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 KS55 WMA registered?

KS55 WMA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 January 2006.

Is KS55 WMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS55 WMA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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