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FV61 UJF

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

278,174 mi
Last recorded278,174 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 278,174 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

vehicle fitted with undertrays

Fail 9 Sep 2019 278,174 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

vehicle fitted with undertrays

Pass 1 Nov 2018 248,971 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 248,971 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 247,602 miles

Front Both seatbelt buckles damaged but still operate correctly

Handbrake warning indicator flickering/bad connection

Pass 25 Sep 2017 226,112 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 199,920 miles

removed windscreen obstructions

Fail 14 Mar 2017 199,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush susp arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush susp arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

removed windscreen obstructions

Pass 6 Oct 2016 179,447 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 179,375 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 156,111 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 129,893 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 129,893 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 105,823 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 105,823 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads worn

Pass 30 Sep 2014 83,792 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 57,136 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 30,153 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 15,355 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 UJF is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 UJF, 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 UJF registered?

FV61 UJF is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 December 2011.

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