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YF56 GFX

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,670 mi
Last recorded69,670 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 GFX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 69,670 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 69,452 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 69,005 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 68,987 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 68,599 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 68,195 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 67,782 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 67,402 miles

rear brakes been hot

Pass 9 Dec 2019 66,619 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 65,021 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 63,372 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 61,704 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 60,454 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 56,477 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 49,375 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 42,418 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 35,627 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 28,485 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 20,951 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)

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

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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YF56 GFX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YF56 GFX, 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 YF56 GFX registered?

YF56 GFX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is YF56 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 GFX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF56 GFX have outstanding finance?

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