Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2006 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 121,804 miles on the clock, averaging 6,266 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 VRS
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,266 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Skoda Octavia
These are the most commonly reported problems on Skoda Octavia models (2004–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO53 VRS |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 VRS
What car is SO53 VRS?
SO53 VRS is an silver Skoda Octavia, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO53 VRS?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 VRS was 121,804 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 VRS passed its MOT?
SO53 VRS has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2025.
Is SO53 VRS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 VRS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SO53 VRS?
SO53 VRS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.