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VU11 TPZ

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,257 mi
Last recorded55,257 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU11 TPZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 55,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Stiff in operation (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 51,082 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 43,401 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 34,691 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 34,222 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 33,606 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 32,473 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 30,625 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 29,330 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 26,423 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 24,433 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 17,627 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 13,709 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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VU11 TPZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol 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 VU11 TPZ, 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 VU11 TPZ registered?

VU11 TPZ is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is VU11 TPZ safe to buy?

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