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BT12 FYA

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

189,992 mi
Last recorded189,992 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 FYA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 189,992 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 181,063 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 171,472 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 171,414 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 162,896 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 153,014 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 126,565 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 126,492 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 88,239 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 84,761 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 65,894 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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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BT12 FYA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BT12 FYA, 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

How do I check the history of BT12 FYA?

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What year was BT12 FYA registered?

BT12 FYA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is BT12 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 FYA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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