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DE12 LFA

2012 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

124,992 mi
Last recorded124,992 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 LFA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 124,992 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2026 124,992 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 117,242 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2025 117,242 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 108,229 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 99,846 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 93,887 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 93,887 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 90,775 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 90,775 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 85,938 miles

covers fitted not allowing for full inspection

Pass 10 Sep 2019 84,253 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 78,801 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 78,801 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 67,396 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Camera

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 54,316 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 42,611 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 30,017 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 30,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DE12 LFA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DE12 LFA, 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 DE12 LFA registered?

DE12 LFA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is DE12 LFA safe to buy?

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