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NL56 VGK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

124,751 mi
Last recorded124,751 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 VGK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 124,751 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 124,751 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 111,488 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 31 Oct 2018 111,488 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Oct 2017 102,163 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 102,163 miles

Offside Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault seat squib fault cleared and stayed off at time of test (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 92,325 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 92,313 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 82,101 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 70,457 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 70,457 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 56,927 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 50,032 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2011 43,656 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 35,332 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 27,359 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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NL56 VGK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 NL56 VGK, 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

How do I check the history of NL56 VGK?

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What year was NL56 VGK registered?

NL56 VGK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is NL56 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL56 VGK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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