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AE06 FRU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

145,472 mi
Last recorded145,472 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 FRU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 145,472 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded

Nearside park brake effort poor

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2025 145,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside park brake effort poor

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 135,978 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 135,978 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 128,533 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 120,505 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 120,505 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 111,809 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 111,807 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 105,613 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 105,610 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 May 2019 95,602 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 95,597 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 85,659 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 75,909 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 68,491 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 61,292 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 48,461 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 43,035 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 36,418 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 32,424 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 27,399 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 20,939 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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AE06 FRU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,261 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AE06 FRU, 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 AE06 FRU registered?

AE06 FRU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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