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PF06 VGU

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,878 mi
Last recorded211,878 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF06 VGU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2013 211,878 miles

nearside wing mirror cracked

Pass 22 Aug 2013 190,137 miles

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

car needs cleaning for taxi test

nearside mirror glass cracked

Pass 20 Feb 2013 176,448 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jul 2012 152,959 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 152,318 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 152,247 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 125,673 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 100,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 100,392 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 74,252 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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PF06 VGU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PF06 VGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PF06 VGU?

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What year was PF06 VGU registered?

PF06 VGU is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 July 2006.

Is PF06 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF06 VGU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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