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SP56 ZHB

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,041 mi
Last recorded140,041 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 ZHB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 140,041 miles

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

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

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

engine light on dash

oil leak

rear suspension rusted

under cover tray fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2016 135,703 miles

Front both tyres close to limit

Rear both tyres close to limit

Rear brake discs and pads slightly worn

underneath slightly rusted

Pass 23 Sep 2015 133,760 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 130,338 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 130,338 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2013 110,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 110,601 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 91,089 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2011 77,686 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 64,361 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 80,605 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 69,375 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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 ZHB is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZHB, 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 SP56 ZHB registered?

SP56 ZHB is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 November 2006.

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