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SA56 DKJ

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

260,478 mi
Last recorded260,478 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 DKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2011 260,478 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 260,478 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 242,522 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 210,730 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 210,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

nearside headlamp is so poorly positioned,that testing of headlamp aim is impossible.

Fail 20 Nov 2009 210,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 205,662 miles

N/S/R Door will not open from the outside or inside

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 205,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Outer Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

N/S/R Door will not open from the outside or inside

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SA56 DKJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SA56 DKJ, 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 SA56 DKJ registered?

SA56 DKJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is SA56 DKJ safe to buy?

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