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SA06 APY

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

425,671 mi
Last recorded425,671 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA06 APY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 425,671 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 419,689 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 379,249 miles

Offside Front Slight play in steering rack

Fail 23 Feb 2018 379,249 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Slight play in steering rack

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 337,796 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 287,825 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 247,506 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 220,956 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 220,956 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 195,186 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 165,657 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 95,295 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 70,153 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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SA06 APY is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SA06 APY, 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 SA06 APY registered?

SA06 APY is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is SA06 APY safe to buy?

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