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DB54 JCS

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,079 mi
Last recorded130,079 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB54 JCS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 130,079 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge thin inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 119,078 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 109,286 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 98,985 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 88,916 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 76,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 70,070 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing low to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 62,266 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2018 54,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,521 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 45,253 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 36,584 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 26,582 miles

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

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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DB54 JCS is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DB54 JCS, 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 DB54 JCS registered?

DB54 JCS is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is DB54 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB54 JCS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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