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FV61 CVM

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

69,931 mi
Last recorded69,931 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 CVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 69,931 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 67,571 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil slight (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil slight (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 64,778 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 64,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 62,203 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 59,762 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 59,762 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 57,121 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 54,582 miles

Nearside Rear lamp lens cracked.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge almost to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 51,365 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 25 Sep 2018 48,533 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 43,538 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 43,538 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 38,354 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 33,044 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 27,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 27,020 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 CVM is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 CVM, 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

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What year was FV61 CVM registered?

FV61 CVM is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 October 2011.

Is FV61 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 CVM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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