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YG06 FDV

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,654 mi
Last recorded129,654 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 FDV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 129,654 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 129,649 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 127,040 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 122,613 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 116,532 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 112,321 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 109,557 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 107,273 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 101,373 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2019 101,363 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 95,028 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 88,044 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 88,041 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 77,636 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 77,394 miles

Horn not working horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light illuminated (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 66,494 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 66,489 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 56,264 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front exhaust flexi detoriating

Pass 4 Mar 2013 48,143 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 42,057 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 34,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 34,474 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,627 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 20,802 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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YG06 FDV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG06 FDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG06 FDV registered?

YG06 FDV is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is YG06 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG06 FDV shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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