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DU12 AEK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,593 mi
Last recorded58,593 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 AEK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 58,593 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 56,016 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 53,572 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 51,662 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 49,782 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 46,752 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 45,138 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,858 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 37,012 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 31,790 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 21,746 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 21,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 13,963 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 13,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DU12 AEK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,390cc petrol 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 DU12 AEK, 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 DU12 AEK registered?

DU12 AEK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is DU12 AEK safe to buy?

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