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GY61 VRD

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,469 mi
Last recorded104,469 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 VRD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 104,469 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 104,466 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2025 101,124 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 101,124 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 94,462 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs are corroded on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs are corroded on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres have slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2024 94,462 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs are corroded on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs are corroded on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres have slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 90,622 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs are slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres have very slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 86,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 80,748 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 78,250 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 70,033 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 59,910 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 50,983 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 42,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 30,273 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 15,591 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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GY61 VRD is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GY61 VRD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY61 VRD registered?

GY61 VRD is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2011.

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