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OV06 PLJ

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,594 mi
Last recorded91,594 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV06 PLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 91,594 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 89,599 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 87,374 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 85,199 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 83,769 miles

all four brake disks are pitted

engine cover and undertrays fitted

interior trim is insecure aboth nsf outer seat belt

the rear brakes are slightly binding unable to see the inner pads

the rear wiper is split and the washer jet blocked

Fail 11 Jun 2016 83,769 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage outer wing mirror unit is damaged /side repeater the unit is covered in tape (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm is badly perrished 2007 dot code (4.1.E.1)

all four brake disks are pitted

engine cover and undertrays fitted

interior trim is insecure aboth nsf outer seat belt

the rear brakes are slightly binding unable to see the inner pads

the rear wiper is split and the washer jet blocked

Pass 8 Jun 2015 82,105 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 80,371 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 76,761 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 73,953 miles

diesel around fuel filtter no apparant leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 70,884 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 70,884 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 68,103 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 60,932 miles

sill covers fitted

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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OV06 PLJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OV06 PLJ, 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 OV06 PLJ registered?

OV06 PLJ is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is OV06 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV06 PLJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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