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GF11 YBY

2011 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

153,289 mi
Last recorded153,289 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 YBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 153,289 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 140,227 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 140,227 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 138,640 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 138,640 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 115,378 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 101,746 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 90,779 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 80,292 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 80,292 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 68,903 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 68,903 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 56,111 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 51,540 miles

child seat fitted center rear seat

nsr wheel arch is damaged exposing bare metal

the osf tyre has a small cut in the tread

Pass 24 May 2016 45,353 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 30,459 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 22,213 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 22,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GF11 YBY is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GF11 YBY, 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 GF11 YBY registered?

GF11 YBY is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 June 2011.

Is GF11 YBY safe to buy?

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