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SB56 DCF

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,077 mi
Last recorded191,077 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 DCF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 191,077 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing casing come away from fixing on the top. (2.7.2a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 179,363 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 94,380 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 21 Jun 2014 94,378 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2013 88,032 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 75,716 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 75,716 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 May 2011 71,558 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 71,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 58,100 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 Oct 2009 86,821 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 86,821 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 DCF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SB56 DCF, 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 SB56 DCF registered?

SB56 DCF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is SB56 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB56 DCF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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