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FP06 VPJ

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,223 mi
Last recorded155,223 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 VPJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 155,223 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 142,155 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 139,944 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 137,574 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 135,933 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 132,188 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 128,606 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 128,604 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 122,830 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 122,830 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 116,832 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 116,832 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 110,759 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 106,250 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 99,905 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2012 94,448 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 88,131 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Nearside Rear 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 4 Oct 2010 84,208 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2010 84,206 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 66,651 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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FP06 VPJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP06 VPJ, 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 FP06 VPJ registered?

FP06 VPJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 May 2006.

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