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YS06 EFA

2006 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

287,033 mi
Last recorded287,033 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS06 EFA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 287,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 284,323 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 284,323 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 280,032 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 267,694 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 159,676 miles

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

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 147,077 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 147,076 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 133,188 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)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 114,613 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 99,413 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 99,413 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 89,448 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 79,570 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 79,570 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 70,624 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 70,624 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

both rear bumpstops slightly split

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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YS06 EFA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 YS06 EFA, 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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YS06 EFA is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 June 2006.

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