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FV61 THZ

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

271,560 mi
Last recorded271,560 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 271,560 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 271,560 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 238,630 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 212,087 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 212,087 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2017 197,058 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 186,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 147,133 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 147,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 103,227 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 103,227 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 THZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 THZ, 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 THZ registered?

FV61 THZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is FV61 THZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 THZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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