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GK06 VCX

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,854 mi
Last recorded85,854 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 VCX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 85,854 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front under tray is loose / oil residue

offside rear brake is grabbing

Pass 16 Jun 2016 77,454 miles

both rear tyre's have cuts in the tread

oil leak engine area's

Pass 11 Jun 2015 71,338 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 61,914 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 52,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 52,853 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 41,537 miles

Front tyres wearing low (3mm)

Rear washer jet provides insufficiant washer fluid

Pass 2 Jun 2011 30,922 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,958 miles

nearside front wheel rim buckled on inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge close to limit

Fail 3 Jun 2010 19,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front wheel rim buckled on inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge close to limit

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge close to limit on 2mm

Pass 12 Jun 2009 8,605 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 8,281 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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GK06 VCX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GK06 VCX, 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 GK06 VCX registered?

GK06 VCX is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is GK06 VCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK06 VCX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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