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YR06 XVT

2006 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

166,921 mi
Last recorded166,921 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 XVT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 166,921 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 161,360 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2016 161,360 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 151,196 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 151,196 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 140,667 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 140,634 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 135,646 miles

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

airbag light on

Fail 19 Jul 2013 135,646 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

airbag light on

Pass 21 Jul 2012 130,077 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 125,696 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 120,338 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 113,587 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 113,587 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

airbag warning light on

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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YR06 XVT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR06 XVT, 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 YR06 XVT registered?

YR06 XVT is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 2006.

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