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BV06 XYE

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

125,265 mi
Last recorded125,265 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 XYE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 125,265 miles

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))

general corrosion

Pass 26 Feb 2025 120,305 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

underbody and suspension components corroded

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Feb 2025 120,305 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

underbody and suspension components corroded

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Feb 2024 114,751 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

general corrosion

Pass 18 Feb 2023 108,383 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Feb 2023 108,383 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Feb 2022 101,329 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 97,128 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 92,077 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 81,755 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 70,699 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 70,698 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Feb 2016 45,155 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 23,691 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 23,691 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 21,628 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 19,146 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,044 miles

n/s side repeater lense cracked

Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,687 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 11,934 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 8,561 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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BV06 XYE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BV06 XYE, 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 BV06 XYE registered?

BV06 XYE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2006.

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