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MK56 ARF

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

202,063 mi
Last recorded202,063 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 ARF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 202,063 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 183,188 miles

Both front tyres scrubbing off both tyre shoulders

Engine malfunction light illuminated

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 162,515 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 145,727 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 145,727 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 121,952 miles

bonnet prop clip missing

Pass 10 Sep 2012 97,996 miles

Bonnet prop locating clip missing.

Pass 8 Sep 2011 80,122 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 59,782 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,580 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 ARF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ARF, 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 MK56 ARF registered?

MK56 ARF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is MK56 ARF safe to buy?

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