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A3 YYP

2006 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,274 mi
Last recorded58,274 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Skoda Octavia98,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 YYP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Feb 2019 58,274 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked plate (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 49,724 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 41,551 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 41,551 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 29 Feb 2016 35,687 miles

Offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2015 30,497 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 27,183 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 25,052 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 23,668 miles

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

all brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2010 21,762 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 16,653 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 11,833 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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A3 YYP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A3 YYP, 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 A3 YYP registered?

A3 YYP is a 2006 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is A3 YYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 YYP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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