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RKZ 8691

2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

194,711 mi
Last recorded194,711 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI144,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKZ 8691
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic TDI
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2024 194,711 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 194,573 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 180,741 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 180,667 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 163,543 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 138,293 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 114,890 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 114,878 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic TDI?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 550 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
8,715
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
constant velocity joint gaiter split 32
Registration plate lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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RKZ 8691 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 144,346 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Classic TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RKZ 8691, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was RKZ 8691 registered?

RKZ 8691 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is RKZ 8691 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKZ 8691 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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