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PN56 BYK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

238,352 mi
Last recorded238,352 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 BYK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 238,352 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 229,260 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 229,254 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 222,970 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 218,794 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 218,794 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 203,113 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 203,113 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 186,840 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2017 170,295 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 154,049 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 135,099 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 135,099 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 117,907 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 117,722 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 102,847 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 102,847 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 May 2012 89,686 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 65,012 miles

chip in front screen

engine oil level slightly low

front tyres just legal

Pass 3 May 2010 43,495 miles
Fail 3 May 2010 43,495 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

chip in windscreen

Pass 10 Sep 2009 29,628 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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PN56 BYK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 PN56 BYK, 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 PN56 BYK registered?

PN56 BYK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 September 2006.

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