CarVerify

Free Car Check

AE06 WJX

2006 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

186,729 mi
Last recorded186,729 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 WJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2025 186,729 miles

Service brake lagging in operation pedal drops when first applied, feels like air in system (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted suspect wrong pads fitted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess repaired by being covered in silicone (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated repaired by being covered in silicone (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 175,169 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 175,169 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 163,943 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2022 152,004 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 May 2022 152,004 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pedal travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure entre exhaust sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 147,207 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2021 147,207 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 140,491 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 136,988 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 128,288 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2018 128,266 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 118,889 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 106,993 miles

under trays fitted obsuring some parts

Pass 7 Aug 2015 95,244 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2014 84,241 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 75,365 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 65,574 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 58,484 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 58,484 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2010 47,970 miles

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

nearside front tyre has cracks to tread area

Pass 10 Aug 2009 36,016 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AE06 WJX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AE06 WJX, 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

How do I check the history of AE06 WJX?

You can check the full history of AE06 WJX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE06 WJX registered?

AE06 WJX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 August 2006.

Is AE06 WJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE06 WJX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE06 WJX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AE06 WJX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.