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FR12 DZH

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,857 mi
Last recorded156,857 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 DZH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 156,857 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 153,356 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 152,218 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 152,218 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 151,118 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 149,336 miles

Offside front side repeater in mirror unit deteriorating

Pass 11 Jan 2021 147,622 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 147,622 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65R15 91T (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2019 144,275 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 141,439 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 123,012 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 123,012 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 98,167 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 69,542 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 40,155 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,176 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 DZH is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DZH, 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 FR12 DZH registered?

FR12 DZH is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is FR12 DZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 DZH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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