CarVerify

Free Car Check

YG06 VGM

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

171,442 mi
Last recorded171,442 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 VGM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 171,442 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 126,142 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 115,010 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 114,645 miles

marks on bodywork:front bumper damage

nsr shocker protection cover broken

plastic to hold bonnet prop upright broken

Fail 28 Apr 2016 114,643 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

marks on bodywork:front bumper damage

nsf tyre nail

nsr shocker protection cover broken

osr postion lamp partially not working

plastic to hold bonnet prop upright broken

Pass 28 Apr 2015 109,716 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r bumpstop perished

Fail 18 Mar 2014 106,406 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

o/s and n/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Mar 2014 106,406 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Mar 2013 99,071 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 90,543 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 81,492 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 71,727 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 53,657 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YG06 VGM is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red 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 YG06 VGM, 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

How do I check the history of YG06 VGM?

You can check the full history of YG06 VGM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YG06 VGM registered?

YG06 VGM is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is YG06 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG06 VGM 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.

Does YG06 VGM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YG06 VGM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.