2006 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · AE06 TXU

The Skoda Octavia failed its most recent MOT on 4 June 2025 at 191,468 miles, leaving its current roadworthiness unconfirmed. The maintenance trend is unstable. The vehicle failed twice in quick succession before passing in 2024, then failed again a year later with no defects recorded either time, which points to administrative or presentation issues at the test rather than a clean mechanical profile. Annual mileage sits at roughly 9,573 miles based on the 178,329 miles recorded on 30 May 2023 rising to 191,468 miles by 4 June 2025. The jumps between tests are modest and consistent with typical use for a 2006 car. The record shows no gaps longer than a year and no sudden accumulation, though the repeated failures within days of each other in May 2024 (184,562 miles) and again in June 2025 suggest the keeper presented the car without resolving whatever stopped the pass. Because the DVSA entries list no defects on any pass or fail, the buyer cannot rely on the history to clear suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, or structural corrosion. A 20-year-old Octavia at this mileage will likely show worn trailing arm bushes and tired dampers. The tester logged nothing, but that offers no proof of condition. Inspect the underside for chassis rust and check the rear brake calipers for binding during a road test. Verify the exhaust emissions and tyre tread meet limits before purchase. The prior owner's pattern of failing then quickly retesting implies basic upkeep may have been deferred until the test deadline.