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VU06 XSK

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

147,446 mi
Last recorded147,446 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 XSK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 147,446 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 129,372 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 118,176 miles

Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 108,497 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 98,443 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 88,612 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 78,056 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 66,328 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2012 66,328 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2011 53,699 miles

o/s/r inner tyre wall worn

Fail 17 May 2011 53,698 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

o/s/r inner tyre wall worn

Pass 28 May 2010 41,215 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 27,140 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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VU06 XSK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VU06 XSK, 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 VU06 XSK registered?

VU06 XSK is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is VU06 XSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 XSK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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