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DF12 XGO

2012 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,808 mi
Last recorded182,808 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 XGO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 182,808 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 173,915 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 158,747 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge - recommend replace

some corrosion to rear subframe and suspension components

Pass 29 Jun 2023 142,933 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 127,590 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 111,027 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2020 97,451 miles

Offside Rear Wheel - slight tightness when turned by hand

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front - light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 84,525 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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DF12 XGO is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DF12 XGO, 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 DF12 XGO registered?

DF12 XGO is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 August 2012.

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