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SH56 JFY

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

283,675 mi
Last recorded283,675 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 JFY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 283,675 miles

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 263,203 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 256,461 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 251,009 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 234,904 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 234,904 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 203,286 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 162,683 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 120,106 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 JFY is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JFY, 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 JFY registered?

SH56 JFY is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 November 2006.

Is SH56 JFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 JFY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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