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VLZ 5153

2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,351 mi
Last recorded133,351 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI144,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 5153
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic TDI
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 133,351 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2022 129,126 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021
Fail 10 Dec 2021 129,082 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 122,351 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 116,838 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic TDI?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 550 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
8,715
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
constant velocity joint gaiter split 32
Registration plate lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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VLZ 5153 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 144,346 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 Classic TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLZ 5153, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLZ 5153 registered?

VLZ 5153 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is VLZ 5153 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 5153 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 5153 have outstanding finance?

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