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HV61 VGN

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

218,475 mi
Last recorded218,475 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 VGN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 218,475 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

o/s rear tyre cut

o/s rear tyre inner edge wearing thin

Pass 28 Aug 2020 179,317 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

various engine oil leaks

Fail 26 Aug 2020 179,122 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

various engine oil leaks

Pass 10 Sep 2018 132,570 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 55,874 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres are misshaped on inner tread

Pass 21 Oct 2014 55,874 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear tyres are misshaped on inner tread

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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HV61 VGN is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HV61 VGN, 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 HV61 VGN registered?

HV61 VGN is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 October 2011.

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