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BF12 LXB

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,365 mi
Last recorded181,365 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 LXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2024 181,365 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 173,048 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 165,340 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 159,077 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 150,537 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 147,671 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 139,168 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2018 135,023 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 130,128 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 125,793 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 99,580 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 79,796 miles

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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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BF12 LXB is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,077 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 BF12 LXB, 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 14 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 BF12 LXB registered?

BF12 LXB is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BF12 LXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 LXB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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