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DG12 HWJ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,132 mi
Last recorded142,132 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 HWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 142,132 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 133,343 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 133,244 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 125,636 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 118,502 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 109,816 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 89,063 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 82,530 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 80,278 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 62,154 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 30,510 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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DG12 HWJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DG12 HWJ, 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 DG12 HWJ registered?

DG12 HWJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is DG12 HWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 HWJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG12 HWJ have outstanding finance?

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