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AF61 ZPU

2011 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

215,471 mi
Last recorded215,471 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 ZPU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 215,471 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 208,568 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 201,618 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 192,313 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 186,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge of tread (225/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 180,228 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 174,415 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 160,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWAll (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 149,664 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 149,664 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2017 135,714 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 105,583 miles

Nearside Front Inner TYRE SIDEWALL DAMAGED

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil MCPHERSON STRUT TYPE (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 74,142 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 74,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2014 44,625 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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AF61 ZPU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 83,226 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 AF61 ZPU, 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 15 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 ZPU registered?

AF61 ZPU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 October 2011.

Is AF61 ZPU safe to buy?

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