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FW12 DCF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,200 mi
Last recorded62,200 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 DCF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 62,200 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All of them (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Underbody covers fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2016 50,405 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Lower Under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 20 Jul 2015 38,892 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres perishing

Fail 20 Jul 2015 38,892 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

all tyres perishing

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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FW12 DCF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FW12 DCF, 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 FW12 DCF registered?

FW12 DCF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 July 2012.

Is FW12 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 DCF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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