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DE12 XEW

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,120 mi
Last recorded144,120 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 XEW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 144,120 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 130,680 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 117,599 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 102,234 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 81,512 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 81,512 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 68,018 miles

Nearside Rear cracked on inside wall and wearing inner edge

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 28 Apr 2017 57,007 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 4 May 2016 44,433 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 33,424 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 33,424 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (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 XEW is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XEW, 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 XEW registered?

DE12 XEW is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is DE12 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 XEW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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