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AU06 VWL

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,872 mi
Last recorded96,872 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 VWL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 96,872 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 89,473 miles

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 25 Aug 2016 79,949 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 79,949 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 72,279 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 68,156 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 65,420 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 61,918 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 7 Apr 2011 61,918 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2010 54,652 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 48,740 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 168,735 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 70,401 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 31,127 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 30,410 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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AU06 VWL is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AU06 VWL, 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 AU06 VWL registered?

AU06 VWL is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 March 2006.

Is AU06 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 VWL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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