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SB56 APB

2015 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,695 mi
Last recorded145,695 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 Skoda Octavia71,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 APB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 145,695 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 122,300 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 99,129 miles

bearing noise from engine when revved

Pass 3 Aug 2022 76,674 miles

bearing noise when revved, engine bay

Fail 3 Aug 2022 76,674 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction fault code P0674 Cyl 4 glow plug fault (8.2.1.2 (h))

bearing noise when revved, engine bay

Pass 5 Aug 2021 55,838 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 54,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 51,927 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 44,405 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 34,608 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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SB56 APB is a 2015 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2015 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 71,957 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 SB56 APB, 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 11 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB56 APB registered?

SB56 APB is a 2015 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 June 2015.

Is SB56 APB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB56 APB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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