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FV62 MVL

2012 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

232,013 mi
Last recorded232,013 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 MVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 232,013 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 228,289 miles

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

Offside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

undertrays fitted limiting inspection

Fail 1 Oct 2021 228,289 miles

undertrays fitted limiting inspection

Offside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 223,177 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 211,028 miles

Coolant leak rear of engine ()

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover & under trays fitted , not allowing full inspection

Fail 3 Apr 2019 211,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Coolant leak rear of engine ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover & under trays fitted , not allowing full inspection

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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FV62 MVL is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FV62 MVL, 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 FV62 MVL registered?

FV62 MVL is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is FV62 MVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 MVL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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