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SKZ 1490

2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

311,862 mi
Last recorded311,862 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKZ 1490
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Ambiente TDI
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 311,862 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 253,671 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 218,513 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 192,336 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 191,991 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 174,919 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?

Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
8,059
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
641
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Stop lamp not working 12
Direction indicator incorrect colour 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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SKZ 1490 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKZ 1490, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKZ 1490 registered?

SKZ 1490 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is SKZ 1490 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKZ 1490 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKZ 1490 have outstanding finance?

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