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SD56 BYF

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

262,237 mi
Last recorded262,237 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 BYF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2015 262,237 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 262,237 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 219,362 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 219,173 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 191,955 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 191,955 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 159,093 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 136,840 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 110,684 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 83,089 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2009 83,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 42,952 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 42,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 11,805 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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SD56 BYF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SD56 BYF, 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 SD56 BYF registered?

SD56 BYF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is SD56 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD56 BYF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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