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BJ12 MWE

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

270,058 mi
Last recorded270,058 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 MWE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 270,058 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 270,058 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 240,999 miles

195/65r15

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under body panels fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2018 207,013 miles

195/65/15

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear bump stops heavily worn

undertray loose

Pass 19 Apr 2017 177,660 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 151,025 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 151,023 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 120,248 miles

damage nsr

rear washer

Pass 27 Apr 2012 366 miles

emissions not detected

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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BJ12 MWE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ12 MWE, 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.

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What year was BJ12 MWE registered?

BJ12 MWE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 April 2012.

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