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DE12 VXC

2012 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,347 mi
Last recorded130,347 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 VXC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 130,347 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted are obscuring some components

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2019 116,106 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays and engine covers fitted are obscuring some components

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2018 96,652 miles

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Apr 2018 90,224 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 5 Apr 2018 90,224 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 24 Mar 2017 73,720 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad at 4mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,607 miles

front discs lipped

Pass 2 Apr 2015 31,935 miles

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 VXC is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE12 VXC, 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 VXC registered?

DE12 VXC is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is DE12 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 VXC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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