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OV61 KMU

2011 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,229 mi
Last recorded95,229 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV61 KMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 95,229 miles

various suspension components corroded

Fail 22 Nov 2024 95,229 miles

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

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

various suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2023 90,410 miles

covers fitted

Rear suspension components corroded

Fail 13 Dec 2023 90,407 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

covers fitted

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2022 84,307 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 75,383 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 70,528 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 66,858 miles

nearside daytime running light inoperative

rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 10 Dec 2019 66,858 miles

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

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

nearside daytime running light inoperative

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 5 Dec 2018 63,097 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 59,635 miles

nearside front fog lamp loose

Fail 18 Dec 2017 59,631 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front fog lamp loose

Pass 12 Dec 2016 57,312 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 46,536 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 33,150 miles

osf driving light inop

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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OV61 KMU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 OV61 KMU, 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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OV61 KMU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 December 2011.

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