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BN61 BCU

2011 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,355 mi
Last recorded67,355 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 BCU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 67,355 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged

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

both front side repeaters damaged

Pass 25 Sep 2024 66,612 miles

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

both front side repater lens slightly damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2023 64,656 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 64,376 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 62,787 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 62,787 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 60,871 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 58,078 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 53,667 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 48,031 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 40,962 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 33,499 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 25,040 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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BN61 BCU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN61 BCU, 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 BN61 BCU registered?

BN61 BCU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is BN61 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 BCU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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