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SY06 NVV

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

161,255 mi
Last recorded161,255 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY06 NVV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 161,255 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 161,184 miles

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

Offside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 157,895 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 157,253 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 157,253 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 150,249 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All on vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel tank straps corroded

Noise from clutch assembly when pedal depressed

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leaking from intercooler/pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive rear axle mount area slightly corroded on both offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both shock absorber top mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 150,247 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pedal spongy (1.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All on vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel tank straps corroded

Noise from clutch assembly when pedal depressed

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leaking from intercooler/pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive rear axle mount area slightly corroded on both offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both shock absorber top mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 143,585 miles

Brake pipes have applied protection

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 125,638 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 106,122 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Tyre (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 85,511 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 76,797 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 66,346 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 55,527 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 44,907 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 33,991 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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SY06 NVV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY06 NVV, 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 SY06 NVV registered?

SY06 NVV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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