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FT12 XPG

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,420 mi
Last recorded177,420 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 177,420 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 177,418 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 160,771 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 145,026 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rear anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot slightly leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rear anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

all 4 tyres worn off on innter edges

Pass 31 May 2018 135,061 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front strut top slight play

Pass 31 May 2017 123,604 miles

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

both rear tyres badly worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2016 114,517 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 114,517 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 109,001 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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FT12 XPG 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 77.8%.

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 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 XPG, 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 XPG registered?

FT12 XPG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is FT12 XPG safe to buy?

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