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VK61 OTE

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,542 mi
Last recorded116,542 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 OTE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 116,542 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 105,958 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 94,535 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 83,559 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 73,459 miles

Nearside sill distorted

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2022 73,457 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside sill distorted

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 63,934 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 54,563 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 45,793 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 42,259 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 42,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 41,193 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 36,719 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 28,206 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 20,724 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 20,724 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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VK61 OTE is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VK61 OTE, 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 VK61 OTE registered?

VK61 OTE is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 October 2011.

Is VK61 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK61 OTE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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