Skoda Octavia (2011)
2011 Skoda Octavia
CarHunch analysed 16,498 real MOT records for the 2011 Skoda Octavia. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Skoda Octavia passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 80.7%, but nearly 37% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a concerning figure that suggests buyers should factor in thorough pre-purchase inspection costs. Petrol versions perform better (81.9% pass rate) than diesel variants (79.9%), so fuel type does matter if reliability is your priority.
These cars are averaging over 93,000 miles, typical for their age, but they're racking up 2.67 failures per test alongside 17.5 advisories, indicating sustained wear rather than sudden catastrophic problems. Before buying, get a full inspection report from an independent mechanic focusing on the specific dangerous defects this model tends to develop—that 37% figure isn't a deal-breaker, but it's your best early-warning system.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2011 Skoda Octavia
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 36.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (60%) | 9,945 | 79.9% | 2.68 |
| Petrol (40%) | 6,535 | 81.9% | 2.67 |
| LPG (0%) | 15 | 79.6% | 3.07 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 2 | 64.6% | 4.5 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Skoda Octavia vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Skoda Octavia vehicles fall between 77,314 and 132,677 miles.
2011 Skoda Octavia — Still on the Road
9,733 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2011 Skoda Octavia
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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40.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.3%
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
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28%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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27.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011. Counts include advisories and failures.
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