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FV61 CAU

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

311,055 mi
Last recorded311,055 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 CAU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 311,055 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle & suspension corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 311,055 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle & suspension corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 296,580 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 288,472 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 288,472 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 209,355 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 209,342 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 180,881 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 145,177 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 103,087 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 82,034 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 40,548 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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FV61 CAU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 FV61 CAU, 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 FV61 CAU registered?

FV61 CAU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is FV61 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 CAU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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