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VO56 XDA

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

183,256 mi
Last recorded183,256 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 XDA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 183,256 miles

BATTERY LIGHTS ON

Offside Front O/F sill damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 183,020 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified warning lamp illuminated on dash (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity inop after few seconds (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity inop after few seconds (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked nearly full width of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Nov 2018 174,231 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 165,000 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 164,001 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2016 164,001 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 158,074 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 145,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 145,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 132,882 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 132,882 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 120,128 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 102,714 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 92,241 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 65,751 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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VO56 XDA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VO56 XDA, 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 VO56 XDA registered?

VO56 XDA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 October 2006.

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