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DK12 UVS

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

181,780 mi
Last recorded181,780 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 UVS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 181,780 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 142,339 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 142,321 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 108,368 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 108,366 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 95,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 95,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to o/s outer sill

n/s/f tyre tread 3mm

o/s/f tyre tread 3mm

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

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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DK12 UVS is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DK12 UVS, 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 DK12 UVS registered?

DK12 UVS is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is DK12 UVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 UVS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK12 UVS have outstanding finance?

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