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LN56 VGZ

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

125,275 mi
Last recorded125,275 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN56 VGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 125,275 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 116,922 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 110,256 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 102,172 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 91,110 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 81,566 miles

Front shock absorbers leaking

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 71,510 miles

Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s mirror glass damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2013 61,447 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 61,447 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 48,370 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 38,606 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,349 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Rear 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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LN56 VGZ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LN56 VGZ, 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 LN56 VGZ registered?

LN56 VGZ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is LN56 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN56 VGZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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