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RLZ 8180

2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

229,116 mi
Last recorded229,116 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLZ 8180
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Ambiente TDI
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 229,116 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 220,854 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 212,366 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 212,018 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 204,223 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 200,388 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 182,736 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 168,675 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 155,700 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?

Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
8,059
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
641
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Stop lamp not working 12
Direction indicator incorrect colour 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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RLZ 8180 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RLZ 8180, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RLZ 8180?

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What year was RLZ 8180 registered?

RLZ 8180 is a 2006 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is RLZ 8180 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLZ 8180 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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