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FV61 TLJ

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

344,214 mi
Last recorded344,214 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 344,214 miles

covers fitted-x2 front bushes slightly worn-o/s/f tyre inner edge worn-rear pads low

Pass 21 Jul 2020 331,394 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 322,324 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 322,320 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2018 289,908 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 267,192 miles

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

Undertrays/ sill covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Nov 2017 267,189 miles

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

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

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

Undertrays/ sill covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2016 227,273 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 227,272 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 183,099 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 125,817 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 TLJ 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 72.7%.

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 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 TLJ, 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 TLJ registered?

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

Is FV61 TLJ safe to buy?

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