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OV56 KZC

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,570 mi
Last recorded100,570 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 KZC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 100,570 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 95,601 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 92,524 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 92,507 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 89,210 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 89,210 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 85,475 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 82,330 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 82,317 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 79,907 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 76,134 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 73,051 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 68,792 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 64,808 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 62,155 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 57,448 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 50,851 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 42,691 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,669 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 26,393 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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OV56 KZC is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OV56 KZC, 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 OV56 KZC registered?

OV56 KZC is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is OV56 KZC safe to buy?

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