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VU56 XPT

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

231,192 mi
Last recorded231,192 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 XPT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 231,192 miles

Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 220,510 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 210,347 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 210,347 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 201,661 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 192,722 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 184,352 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 176,878 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 168,769 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 163,327 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 155,645 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 142,638 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 127,893 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 113,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 99,451 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 85,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 73,549 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 62,106 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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VU56 XPT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VU56 XPT, 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 VU56 XPT registered?

VU56 XPT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 October 2006.

Is VU56 XPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU56 XPT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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