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VU61 ZWB

2011 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

112,626 mi
Last recorded112,626 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 ZWB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 112,626 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF + NSF Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2025 104,886 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured NSR + OSR (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 96,206 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 92,486 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 88,318 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 83,772 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 80,584 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 80,527 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 77,134 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 71,000 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

hand brake lever stiff but still servicable

Pass 10 Aug 2017 65,270 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 57,827 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 47,688 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 36,745 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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VU61 ZWB is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VU61 ZWB, 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 VU61 ZWB registered?

VU61 ZWB is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is VU61 ZWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU61 ZWB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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