CarVerify

Free Car Check

DG61 ABF

2011 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

187,850 mi
Last recorded187,850 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 ABF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 187,850 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 187,850 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 173,354 miles

Nearside Parking brake just met requirements will require adjustment / repair

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both N/S and O/S (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 159,435 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2023 159,435 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 138,723 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 126,985 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 114,190 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 107,772 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 81,277 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

handbrake leaver is stiff to operate

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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DG61 ABF is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG61 ABF, 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

How do I check the history of DG61 ABF?

You can check the full history of DG61 ABF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DG61 ABF registered?

DG61 ABF is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is DG61 ABF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG61 ABF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG61 ABF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DG61 ABF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.