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FV06 BZF

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,398 mi
Last recorded147,398 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 BZF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 147,398 miles

Offside Rear disc corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2017 147,398 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Exhaust tail pipe damaged and sharp (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear disc corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2016 134,672 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 134,672 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 120,198 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both mains to back axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear shocker shroud insecure

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 106,344 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres slightly mishapen

Fail 6 Aug 2014 106,344 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres slightly mishapen

Pass 23 Sep 2013 94,422 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 94,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 89,449 miles

N/S/F Tyre getting close to limit on edges

Pass 13 Feb 2012 79,620 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 73,977 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 67,159 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 51,427 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 51,427 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FV06 BZF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FV06 BZF, 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 FV06 BZF registered?

FV06 BZF is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 June 2006.

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