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ET12 OGU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,321 mi
Last recorded80,321 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET12 OGU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 80,321 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 76,309 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

sill panels damaged

Pass 8 Jul 2024 71,911 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 68,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front + o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 63,501 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

sill panels damaged

Pass 12 Jul 2021 56,366 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 51,050 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 45,310 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 38,706 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 32,728 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,456 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 18,392 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
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ET12 OGU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ET12 OGU, 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 ET12 OGU registered?

ET12 OGU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 August 2012.

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