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VX06 XAP

2006 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

209,532 mi
Last recorded209,532 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX06 XAP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 209,532 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 197,868 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s o/s ()

Pass 1 Mar 2018 188,288 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 176,178 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 176,127 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 161,866 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 155,075 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 148,629 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 141,120 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 132,829 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 123,475 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 111,359 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 111,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2009 85,581 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VX06 XAP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VX06 XAP, 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 VX06 XAP registered?

VX06 XAP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is VX06 XAP safe to buy?

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