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KU56 YMW

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

129,034 mi
Last recorded129,034 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 YMW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 129,034 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 124,243 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 120,159 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 117,108 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 113,878 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 109,454 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 106,439 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 102,961 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 99,994 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 97,030 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2016 94,137 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Jul 2016 94,137 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2015 91,458 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 87,917 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,232 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 59,292 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 47,061 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 36,924 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 16 Aug 2010 36,924 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 17 Aug 2009 24,965 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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KU56 YMW is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KU56 YMW, 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 KU56 YMW registered?

KU56 YMW is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is KU56 YMW safe to buy?

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