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GP06 VXV

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

260,031 mi
Last recorded260,031 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 VXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 260,031 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.4.G.2)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 259,854 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 254,958 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 237,142 miles

drivers door mirror secured by alternative means.

Pass 17 Nov 2014 214,910 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 191,110 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 167,775 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 142,986 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 117,836 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 86,867 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 69,802 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Feb 2009 69,217 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,935 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 32,684 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 24,555 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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GP06 VXV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 GP06 VXV, 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 GP06 VXV registered?

GP06 VXV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 June 2006.

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The MOT history for GP06 VXV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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