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FV61 DDJ

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,101 mi
Last recorded114,101 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2025 114,101 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess main engine mount bush under car (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 110,443 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 110,397 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 104,034 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 100,276 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2023 100,276 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2021 91,697 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 86,892 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 73,818 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 65,035 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 55,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides of vehicle (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 46,450 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 32,777 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 26,799 miles

front blades smearing

n/s/r tyre stepped inner edge

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 DDJ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FV61 DDJ, 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 DDJ registered?

FV61 DDJ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is FV61 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 DDJ shows 14 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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