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SP56 XYE

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

262,941 mi
Last recorded262,941 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 XYE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 262,941 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

battery loose

n/s headlight dimm

oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2015 262,930 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Cooling fan cowlings missing,fan blades exposed.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components.

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 29 Oct 2014 249,128 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 231,026 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 231,022 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

light warning light on dash

Pass 13 Sep 2013 213,799 miles

oil deposits lower engine

small scratches on windscreen

Pass 14 Mar 2013 197,231 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 163,371 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 149,240 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 149,240 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 106,738 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 80,650 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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SP56 XYE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP56 XYE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP56 XYE registered?

SP56 XYE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 October 2006.

Is SP56 XYE safe to buy?

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