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LJ56 PHV

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,323 mi
Last recorded179,323 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 PHV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 179,323 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 174,012 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 158,110 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 158,110 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 148,239 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 148,239 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 132,509 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 132,509 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 121,599 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 108,697 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 98,657 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 88,446 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 88,446 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 75,026 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 64,496 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 52,837 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)

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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LJ56 PHV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LJ56 PHV, 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 LJ56 PHV registered?

LJ56 PHV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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