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LJ56 XDR

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

143,655 mi
Last recorded143,655 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 XDR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 143,655 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 143,655 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 135,759 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 128,338 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 120,272 miles

All Four Tyres Close To Limit & Badly Perished

Fail 6 Aug 2018 120,272 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

All Four Tyres Close To Limit & Badly Perished

Pass 21 Aug 2017 109,569 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 101,217 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 101,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 90,539 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 83,010 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 71,229 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2012 60,670 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 60,670 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 50,748 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 28,566 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 16,426 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 16,426 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 XDR is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LJ56 XDR, 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 LJ56 XDR registered?

LJ56 XDR is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is LJ56 XDR safe to buy?

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