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DY06 XEA

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,044 mi
Last recorded120,044 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 XEA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 120,044 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 102,062 miles

o/s/f tyre unevenly worn and on legal limit.

Fail 23 Mar 2015 102,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre unevenly worn and on legal limit.

Pass 26 Apr 2014 95,331 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 82,212 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 68,708 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2012 68,708 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 67,127 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 64,058 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 59,497 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 54,260 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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DY06 XEA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DY06 XEA, 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

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What year was DY06 XEA registered?

DY06 XEA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is DY06 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 XEA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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