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MK56 APV

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

238,510 mi
Last recorded238,510 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 APV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 238,510 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 227,490 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 202,138 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 194,028 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 194,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 176,919 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 161,484 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 161,459 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 143,920 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 137,989 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 128,326 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 102,008 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 75,080 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 50,904 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,583 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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MK56 APV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MK56 APV, 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 MK56 APV registered?

MK56 APV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is MK56 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK56 APV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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