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BV61 OEM

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,158 mi
Last recorded107,158 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 OEM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 107,158 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 104,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 104,938 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre sleeve corroded / loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 100,466 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 91,171 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 91,171 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 78,142 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 69,167 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 61,783 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 53,282 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 46,433 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 40,054 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,151 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 24,974 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BV61 OEM is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BV61 OEM, 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 BV61 OEM registered?

BV61 OEM is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is BV61 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV61 OEM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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