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DV61 BFU

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,464 mi
Last recorded127,464 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV61 BFU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 127,464 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 121,409 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 121,400 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 121,400 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 118,061 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 113,672 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 54,839 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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DV61 BFU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 DV61 BFU, 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.

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What year was DV61 BFU registered?

DV61 BFU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is DV61 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV61 BFU shows 7 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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