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PL06 ZFK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

177,608 mi
Last recorded177,608 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL06 ZFK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 177,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2026 177,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear heatshield insecure

Pass 22 Jan 2025 163,702 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 151,551 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 142,049 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 138,896 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 135,978 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 135,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 134,360 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 134,358 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 132,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 126,243 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 126,243 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 122,399 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 119,708 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 117,008 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 111,112 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 108,791 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 107,748 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 106,224 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 104,138 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 67,726 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 17,118 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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PL06 ZFK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PL06 ZFK, 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

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What year was PL06 ZFK registered?

PL06 ZFK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 July 2006.

Is PL06 ZFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL06 ZFK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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