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BJ62 XYH

2012 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

145,664 mi
Last recorded145,664 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ62 XYH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 145,664 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 145,664 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 135,959 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 121,939 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 106,584 miles

Rear tyres choppy on inner edges

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 92,750 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 80,015 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 69,262 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 59,525 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 51,376 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and pads getting low (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

too clean to smoke test

Pass 21 Nov 2016 42,956 miles

engine cover fitted

too clean to smoke test

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2015 33,444 miles

too clean to smoke test

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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BJ62 XYH is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BJ62 XYH, 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 BJ62 XYH registered?

BJ62 XYH is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 November 2012.

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