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SY55 ZFL

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

227,370 mi
Last recorded227,370 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 ZFL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 227,370 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)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 188,595 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 187,833 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 145,409 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 101,030 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,651 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 53,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,304 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 38,304 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2011 36,908 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 33,070 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 28,687 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2009 28,687 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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SY55 ZFL is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY55 ZFL, 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 SY55 ZFL registered?

SY55 ZFL is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is SY55 ZFL safe to buy?

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