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SL56 VHP

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137,485 mi
Last recorded137,485 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 VHP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 137,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 125,094 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 121,770 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 111,043 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 94,079 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 77,862 miles

Nearside rear tyre scrubbed on inner edge 3mm

Offside rear tyre scrubbed on inner edge 3mm

Pass 13 Aug 2013 67,190 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre scrubbed on inner edge.

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 67,190 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre scrubbed on inner edge.

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 56,616 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel filter slightly weeping

Pass 19 Sep 2011 46,483 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 37,203 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 25,559 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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SL56 VHP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol 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 SL56 VHP, 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 SL56 VHP registered?

SL56 VHP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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