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HY61 VLC

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,296 mi
Last recorded167,296 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 VLC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 167,296 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 160,510 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 152,251 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 141,458 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 131,566 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 119,420 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 109,298 miles

engine covers-under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2019 104,119 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 98,400 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 93,594 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Oct 2016 84,576 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 74,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Sep 2014 69,608 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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HY61 VLC is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HY61 VLC, 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 HY61 VLC registered?

HY61 VLC is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is HY61 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY61 VLC shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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