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SP56 MAL

2013 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,296 mi
Last recorded118,296 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 MAL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Elegance TDI
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 118,296 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 112,822 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 104,878 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2022 94,813 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2021 86,997 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 73,903 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 63,640 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 52,466 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI?

Based on 1,866 MOT tests across 450 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
8,541
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
450
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
Registration plate lamp not working 7
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
brake disc excessively pitted 6
brake binding 5
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SP56 MAL is a 2013 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP56 MAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 13 years old, this Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP56 MAL registered?

SP56 MAL is a 2013 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI, first registered on 8 January 2013.

Is SP56 MAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 MAL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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