CarVerify

Free Car Check

A18 DBH

2006 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

97,683 mi
Last recorded97,683 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

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

RegistrationA18 DBH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 97,683 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2024 93,666 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2023 89,367 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 23 Nov 2023 89,366 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

no engine oil /oil light on

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2022 86,299 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2021 84,300 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 81,781 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 78,142 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 74,577 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 71,509 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 68,763 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 65,179 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 59,712 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 55,327 miles

offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 8 Jan 2013 50,820 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,168 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 40,395 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 35,194 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 26,667 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
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

A18 DBH is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 A18 DBH, 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 A18 DBH?

You can check the full history of A18 DBH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A18 DBH registered?

A18 DBH is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 January 2006.

Is A18 DBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 DBH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A18 DBH 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 A18 DBH. 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.