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FG62 HZZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,527 mi
Last recorded146,527 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 HZZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 146,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened INCLUDING SOME SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 142,250 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))

HEATSHIELD AROUND FUEL TANK INSECURE

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both shockers (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 142,249 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))

HEATSHIELD AROUND FUEL TANK INSECURE

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both shockers (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 135,630 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2024 135,630 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2023 130,657 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 119,039 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Wing Repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2021 110,474 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 94,820 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 80,881 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jun 2018 55,813 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 55,813 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid caliper (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front drl not working

Pass 30 Jun 2017 41,040 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 31,876 miles

near side front day time driving lamp not working

Fail 26 Oct 2016 31,876 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

near side front day time driving lamp not working

Pass 23 Oct 2015 18,212 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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FG62 HZZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG62 HZZ, 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 FG62 HZZ registered?

FG62 HZZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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