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SM60 XZA

2011 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

172,380 mi
Last recorded172,380 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM60 XZA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 172,380 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 145,956 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cill dented but not holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface cracked and damaged but operational (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 112,902 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 112,902 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 80,921 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 80,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 46,823 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 41,494 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

handbrake blind sticking

osf tyre 4mm inner tred worn smooth

wheel alignment required

Pass 21 Jan 2014 32,067 miles

both front shock absorbers have slight leak.

Fail 21 Jan 2014 32,067 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front shock absorbers have slight leak.

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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SM60 XZA is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SM60 XZA, 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 SM60 XZA registered?

SM60 XZA is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 February 2011.

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