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KEZ 8697

2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

225,568 mi
Last recorded225,568 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEZ 8697
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Ambiente TDI
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 225,568 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 225,008 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 214,320 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 202,294 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 202,137 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 189,521 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 182,839 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 182,664 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 170,164 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 152,996 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017
Fail 14 Feb 2017

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?

Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
8,059
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
641
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Stop lamp not working 12
Direction indicator incorrect colour 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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KEZ 8697 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KEZ 8697, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KEZ 8697?

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What year was KEZ 8697 registered?

KEZ 8697 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is KEZ 8697 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEZ 8697 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEZ 8697 have outstanding finance?

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