2011 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · FM11 CFL
2011 Skoda Octavia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 28 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 111,045 miles. MOT expired on 06 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,045 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FM11 CFL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/08/2024
- 111,045 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FM11 CFL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Skoda Octavia (FM11 CFL) between May 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
FM11 CFL Mileage History
- 19/05/202285,664 mi
- 19/05/202285,664 mi
- 07/06/202398,083 mi+12,419 mi
- 30/07/2024111,036 mi+12,953 mi
- 08/08/2024111,045 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 11,416 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Octavia Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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