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GJ61 GZZ

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,903 mi
Last recorded87,903 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 GZZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 87,903 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2026 87,903 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 85,087 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 82,048 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 76,891 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 72,771 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 68,192 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 63,800 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 59,488 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 55,293 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 49,126 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 43,104 miles

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Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished and slight distortion in tread 2055516 91v

Pass 12 Sep 2016 36,156 miles

Both rear tyre treads perished/cracking

Pass 14 Sep 2015 31,191 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,325 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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GJ61 GZZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GJ61 GZZ, 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 GJ61 GZZ registered?

GJ61 GZZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2011.

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