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RV61 AXS

2011 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,140 mi
Last recorded143,140 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV61 AXS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 143,140 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 112,989 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 104,928 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 96,844 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Fail 15 Sep 2022 96,842 miles

Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective water in headlamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective water in headlamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Restricted free movement at o/s/f

both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Pass 3 Sep 2021 84,875 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber shroud loose

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

bonnet stay locating catch missing

Pass 17 Sep 2020 76,721 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Both Edges Tread Depth OK (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Sep 2020 76,721 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Both Edges Tread Depth OK (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 75,147 miles

Damage to nearside front door and outer sill.

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

Handbrake lever gaiter stiff operation.

Pass 22 Nov 2018 70,121 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle emissions too low to be detected

Pass 20 Nov 2017 63,949 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

offside wing mirror side repeater has one lamp out of two not working

vehicle emissions too low to be detected

Pass 2 Nov 2016 53,824 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 53,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 44,483 miles

offside front tyre 3mm

Pass 18 Nov 2014 34,753 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 34,753 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exsessive mud on car components underneath car

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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RV61 AXS is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV61 AXS, 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 RV61 AXS registered?

RV61 AXS is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is RV61 AXS safe to buy?

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