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PX56 PXA

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,230 mi
Last recorded167,230 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX56 PXA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 167,230 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 162,464 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 158,990 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 154,743 miles

n/s/f tyre is starting to wear on inner edge,ok at test front tracking is needed soon.

Fail 24 Jul 2013 150,485 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Jul 2013 150,485 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jul 2012 146,599 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 146,599 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 142,225 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 132,358 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 93,278 miles

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)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 93,278 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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PX56 PXA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PX56 PXA, 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 PX56 PXA registered?

PX56 PXA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is PX56 PXA safe to buy?

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