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FY12 KUV

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

183,712 mi
Last recorded183,712 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 KUV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 183,712 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 171,781 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 160,473 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 160,473 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 149,533 miles

both rear shocker dust boots insecure

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

nsr tyre worn uneven

Pass 23 Feb 2022 137,448 miles

both rear shocker dust boots insecure

osr tyre perished between tread blocks

Pass 22 Feb 2021 125,531 miles

both rear shocker dust boots insecure

Pass 25 Feb 2020 117,829 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 102,141 miles

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

nsr shocker dust boot insecure

slight wear on osf tyre inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2018 86,697 miles

both front shockers slight misting of oil

nsf lower bumper corner broken

nsr shocker dust boot insecure

Pass 3 Mar 2017 71,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Bump stop getting perished

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 58,135 miles

Front valance damaged n/side

Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,645 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

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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FY12 KUV is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY12 KUV, 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 FY12 KUV registered?

FY12 KUV is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is FY12 KUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 KUV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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