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YE61 PVU

2011 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

206,303 mi
Last recorded206,303 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 PVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 206,303 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 174,646 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 174,646 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2017 174,355 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 163,807 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Jan 2017 163,793 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 153,817 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 141,926 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 135,072 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit advisory nearside rear on 2mm and has slight tearing to tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear on 3mm and has slight tearing to tread (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' nearside (8.3.1d)

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2014 105,630 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YE61 PVU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE61 PVU, 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 YE61 PVU registered?

YE61 PVU is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 November 2011.

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