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FV62 UKU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

212,725 mi
Last recorded212,725 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 UKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 212,725 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 212,723 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 210,188 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 199,014 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 199,014 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 193,008 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 193,008 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 183,991 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 173,080 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 163,217 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 163,215 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2015 112,864 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 61,175 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 12,585 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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FV62 UKU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UKU, 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 UKU registered?

FV62 UKU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is FV62 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 UKU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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