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YA11 AKV

2011 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,725 mi
Last recorded165,725 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA11 AKV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 165,725 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2026 165,725 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 161,887 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 158,898 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 158,898 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 153,869 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 147,755 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 139,605 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 132,612 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2020 132,612 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 124,403 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 124,403 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 113,041 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 101,380 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 91,008 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 80,915 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 68,878 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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YA11 AKV is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YA11 AKV, 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 YA11 AKV registered?

YA11 AKV is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 August 2011.

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