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AE06 RTU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

217,699 mi
Last recorded217,699 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 RTU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 217,699 miles

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

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

brake pad warning light on

nearside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

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

windscreen cracked

Pass 27 Aug 2015 195,495 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 174,123 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 155,257 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 133,646 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 113,054 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 93,386 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 69,386 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 69,386 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 RTU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AE06 RTU, 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 RTU registered?

AE06 RTU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 June 2006.

Is AE06 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE06 RTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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