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FW12 FZR

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

265,370 mi
Last recorded265,370 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 FZR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 265,370 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 265,325 miles

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks bare bulbs & wiring behind bumper touching wiring & plastic (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2020 249,943 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 249,925 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2019 228,787 miles

Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 11 Jul 2019 228,787 miles

Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 24 Jan 2019 211,359 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 24 Jan 2019 211,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 30 Aug 2018 197,895 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 163,321 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 122,751 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 117,757 miles

NSR & OSR shock absorber bump stop cones deteriorated.

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 FZR is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FW12 FZR, 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 FW12 FZR registered?

FW12 FZR is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is FW12 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 FZR shows 12 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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