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DK12 VZC

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,420 mi
Last recorded85,420 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 VZC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 85,420 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 78,036 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 69,734 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 63,603 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 59,043 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 55,195 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 55,176 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working mirror type. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 44,036 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 26,333 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 16,444 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 14,854 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 11,693 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VZC is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DK12 VZC, 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 VZC registered?

DK12 VZC is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DK12 VZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 VZC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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