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SH06 MUE

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

279,351 mi
Last recorded279,351 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH06 MUE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 279,351 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 237,949 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 223,874 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 190,890 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 158,614 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 128,054 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 128,036 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 94,766 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 60,092 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 56,308 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 55,946 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 55,946 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 55,825 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 41,221 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 40,467 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 38,991 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 38,151 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 32,661 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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SH06 MUE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SH06 MUE, 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 SH06 MUE registered?

SH06 MUE is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is SH06 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH06 MUE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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