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YT61 XPS

2011 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

63,174 mi
Last recorded63,174 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT61 XPS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 63,174 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jan 2025 62,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 44,784 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 43,457 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 38,788 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 36,097 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2021 36,097 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 35,619 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 35,616 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 33,995 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 31,648 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Aug 2017 28,244 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 23,539 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,321 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YT61 XPS is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YT61 XPS, 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 YT61 XPS registered?

YT61 XPS is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is YT61 XPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT61 XPS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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