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EA62 XMP

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,285 mi
Last recorded140,285 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA62 XMP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 140,285 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 123,560 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 123,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 93,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall badly scuffed (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 73,305 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 71,473 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 66,896 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 62,378 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 53,346 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 44,814 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 34,826 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 26,274 miles

no revs detected for emissions

Fail 11 Nov 2015 26,274 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

no revs detected for emissions

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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EA62 XMP is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EA62 XMP, 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 EA62 XMP registered?

EA62 XMP is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is EA62 XMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA62 XMP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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