CarVerify

Free Car Check

DU60 BJX

2010 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

60,867 mi
Last recorded60,867 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Octavia91,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationDU60 BJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2010
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 60,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel bearings could not be tested (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

~Rear subframe corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2026 60,867 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel bearings could not be tested (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

~Rear subframe corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2025 57,732 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2025 57,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2024 55,302 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2024 55,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15'' (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 5 May 2023 50,261 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 50,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 50,057 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested Due to blow and water in system risking emissions equipment. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 45,906 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 44,789 miles

Exhaust middle to rear box not expected to last. (Blowing & corroded)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 44,789 miles

Exhaust middle to rear box not expected to last. (Blowing & corroded)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 42,130 miles

Emissions took some time to meet criteria

Exhaust has a slight blow

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside mirror damaged

Offside side repeater damaged

Fail 14 Nov 2019 42,130 miles

Emissions took some time to meet criteria

Exhaust has a slight blow

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside mirror damaged

Offside side repeater damaged

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 36,781 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Exhaust has a slight blow

General surface corrosion noted

Rear brake hoes furrells corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2018 36,537 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Exhaust has a slight blow

General surface corrosion noted

Rear brake hoes furrells corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2017 32,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 29,468 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 25,989 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 20,933 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 16,046 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
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

DU60 BJX is a 2010 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 91,214 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU60 BJX, 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 16 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 DU60 BJX?

You can check the full history of DU60 BJX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DU60 BJX registered?

DU60 BJX is a 2010 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is DU60 BJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU60 BJX shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU60 BJX 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 DU60 BJX. 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.