CarVerify

Free Car Check

DK62 SBV

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

141,600 mi
Last recorded141,600 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK62 SBV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 141,600 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 17 Aug 2026 141,600 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working bulb holder loose in boot refitted (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear fog lamp not working loose bulb holder in boot refitted (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 127,490 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 127,481 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 114,076 miles

Offside Front top strut mount noisey

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 103,273 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 89,070 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 75,291 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 60,423 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 50,814 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 43,493 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 34,942 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 28,556 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 22,660 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DK62 SBV is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DK62 SBV, 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

How do I check the history of DK62 SBV?

You can check the full history of DK62 SBV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DK62 SBV registered?

DK62 SBV is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is DK62 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK62 SBV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK62 SBV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DK62 SBV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.