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SH56 BZX

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

155,083 mi
Last recorded155,083 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 BZX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 155,083 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 147,684 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 147,684 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 138,786 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 130,013 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 125,008 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 122,797 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 114,566 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 100,646 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 88,462 miles

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

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

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

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

keep eye on o/s/f tyre

Pass 19 Nov 2010 79,233 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

n/s/r handbrake performance slightly low

Pass 27 Nov 2009 70,732 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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SH56 BZX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SH56 BZX, 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 SH56 BZX registered?

SH56 BZX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is SH56 BZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 BZX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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