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FH61 ABU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,204 mi
Last recorded84,204 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH61 ABU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 84,204 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 81,688 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 77,367 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 73,224 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 68,450 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 61,685 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 56,153 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2019 56,153 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 51,017 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 44,844 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 37,416 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 29,219 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 29,219 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 22,342 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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FH61 ABU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey 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 FH61 ABU, 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 FH61 ABU registered?

FH61 ABU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is FH61 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH61 ABU 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.

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