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FT12 XBY

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

60,981 mi
Last recorded60,981 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 XBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 60,981 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 50,941 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 seats fitted ()

damage o/s front sill

Fail 5 Jun 2018 50,941 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 seats fitted ()

damage o/s front sill

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 May 2017 43,335 miles

Offside Sill has slight damage towards front

Plastic undertrays fitted

Fail 30 May 2017 43,335 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Sill has slight damage towards front

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 37,088 miles

Bulb failure light on but all lights operating correctly

Cover sills fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2016 37,088 miles

Bulb failure light on but all lights operating correctly

Cover sills fitted

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2015 29,183 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

edges of n/s/f tyre worn

inner edge o/s/f tyre bald, step tyre

o/s/f indicator starting to show white light

Fail 4 Jun 2015 29,183 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

edges of n/s/f tyre worn

inner edge o/s/f tyre bald, step tyre

o/s/f indicator starting to show white light

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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FT12 XBY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FT12 XBY, 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 FT12 XBY registered?

FT12 XBY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is FT12 XBY safe to buy?

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