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SA56 VXP

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

157,218 mi
Last recorded157,218 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 VXP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 157,218 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 151,334 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 146,161 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 137,117 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 127,507 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicator bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 121,927 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 117,563 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 110,663 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 100,230 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 90,940 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2016 90,929 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 83,734 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 76,777 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 67,569 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 58,590 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,941 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 43,913 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 33,300 miles

hand brake tight to return

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 VXP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SA56 VXP, 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 SA56 VXP registered?

SA56 VXP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is SA56 VXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA56 VXP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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