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FV61 CHC

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

292,891 mi
Last recorded292,891 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 292,891 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 281,159 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine oil light flashing

Pass 7 Dec 2018 266,544 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2018 266,465 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine oil light flashing

Pass 11 Oct 2017 217,126 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 185,336 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 149,275 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 110,844 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 CHC is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV61 CHC, 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 CHC registered?

FV61 CHC is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is FV61 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 CHC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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