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MJ56 YFR

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

313,789 mi
Last recorded313,789 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 YFR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 313,789 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 263,123 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 263,105 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

engine or gearbox mount defective

Pass 27 Sep 2011 231,184 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 231,182 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside rear door handle missing

Pass 29 Sep 2010 192,312 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 191,936 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 142,051 miles

Brake pad wearing indicator light on

Fail 21 Sep 2009 141,518 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Brake pad wearing indicator light on

Pass 1 Oct 2008 92,174 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 92,174 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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MJ56 YFR is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 MJ56 YFR, 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 MJ56 YFR registered?

MJ56 YFR is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2006.

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