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LY56 ETK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,990 mi
Last recorded134,990 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY56 ETK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 134,990 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES SIDE WALLS PERISHED & CRACKED , OFFSIDE REAR WAS FLAT

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint STRONG ADVICE (2.4.G.2)

RADIO HOLDER BLOCKING VIEW , PREPOSITIONED

Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% BOTH SIDES , STRONG ADVICE (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 125,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 125,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 113,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 90,391 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 90,391 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 64,263 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 27,498 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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LY56 ETK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LY56 ETK, 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 LY56 ETK registered?

LY56 ETK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is LY56 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY56 ETK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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