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FR12 DVL

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,001 mi
Last recorded157,001 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 DVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 157,001 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front & both rear (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pipe, outer sills, suspension components corroded slightly

Pass 4 Apr 2023 145,183 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2023 145,183 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 130,104 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 112,201 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 112,201 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 90,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very low also worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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 worn low on extreme inner edge (unevaly worn) (5.2.3 (e))

offside rear center sidelight not working (1 of 3)

Pass 12 Jun 2018 75,642 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 64,625 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 52,442 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 39,367 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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FR12 DVL is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FR12 DVL, 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 FR12 DVL registered?

FR12 DVL is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 June 2012.

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