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VU06 OEC

2006 Daihatsu Extol

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

124,007 mi
Last recorded124,007 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Daihatsu Extol59,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 OEC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelExtol
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 124,007 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 115,797 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 109,889 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 105,405 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 98,587 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 92,277 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 88,002 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 88,002 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 79,603 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 72,085 miles

offside front tubeless valve rubber stem beginning to perish.

Fail 26 Mar 2018 72,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tubeless valve rubber stem beginning to perish.

Pass 15 Mar 2017 64,081 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 64,080 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 56,322 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,097 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 50,092 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front wiper blades split

osf wheel slightly binding

Pass 24 Mar 2014 45,631 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 42,004 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 37,240 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 37,240 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 31,810 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,654 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Extol?

Based on 16,050 MOT tests across 1,070 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
4,651
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 608
brake binding 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 361
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 350
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 313
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VU06 OEC is a 2006 Daihatsu Extol in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Daihatsu Extol models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 59,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Extol fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 608 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU06 OEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Extol typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Daihatsu Extol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU06 OEC?

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What year was VU06 OEC registered?

VU06 OEC is a 2006 Daihatsu Extol, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is VU06 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 OEC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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