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FH62 BKX

2013 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

260,343 mi
Last recorded260,343 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH62 BKX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 260,343 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn various (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 414,604 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 253,612 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 251,926 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 251,926 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2016 125,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 110,253 miles

Recommend four wheel alighnment

Under trays fitted throughout

front and rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 14 Dec 2015 110,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Recommend four wheel alighnment

Under trays fitted throughout

front and rear tyres wearing on inner edges

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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FH62 BKX is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 80,604 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 FH62 BKX, 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 13 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH62 BKX registered?

FH62 BKX is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 January 2013.

Is FH62 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH62 BKX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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