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OY56 XXM

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

179,765 mi
Last recorded179,765 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY56 XXM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 179,765 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 164,610 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 160,119 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 152,264 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 141,509 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 131,239 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 117,684 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 111,674 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 106,665 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 96,357 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 86,926 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 74,777 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 60,985 miles

Beam pattern incorrect, vague.

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2010 60,985 miles

Beam pattern incorrect, vague.

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 43,042 miles

unable to inspect nearside rear seatbelt due to child seat

unable to inspect offside rear seatbelt due to child seat

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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OY56 XXM is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OY56 XXM, 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 OY56 XXM registered?

OY56 XXM is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is OY56 XXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY56 XXM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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