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SH06 ZSG

2006 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

195,965 mi
Last recorded195,965 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH06 ZSG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2021 195,965 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault and traction control (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear rear view mirror (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear wing (3.3 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2020 188,578 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 29 Oct 2020 188,578 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 17 May 2019 168,355 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 16 May 2018 157,521 miles

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

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of underside

Fail 16 May 2018 157,521 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of underside

Pass 19 May 2017 143,137 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING INSPECTION OF SOME ITEMS

Fail 12 May 2017 143,136 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING INSPECTION OF SOME ITEMS

Pass 20 May 2016 141,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement borderline play (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 136,447 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 133,355 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2013 128,172 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 127,678 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 114,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/r shocker dust cover loose

Pass 12 May 2010 116,081 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 116,081 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 21 May 2009 94,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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 ZSG is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZSG, 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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SH06 ZSG is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 June 2006.

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