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FY12 LVN

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

165,247 mi
Last recorded165,247 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 165,247 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has condensation on the inside. Slightly effecting beam pattern

Offside Front Outer sill damaged

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 165,231 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has condensation on the inside. Slightly effecting beam pattern

Offside Front Outer sill damaged

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 161,689 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill distorted/damage

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Trailing Arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 142,459 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 124,038 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 124,036 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 110,355 miles

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

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

Offside Front sill damage

Pass 28 Feb 2019 90,918 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. Rear mounting bush, signs of deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Depth 3.0mm on center tread, Tyre has inner and outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Depth 3.0mm on center tread, Tyre has inner and outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 80,842 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 80,842 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 72,457 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 56,046 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 56,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 41,265 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

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

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 LVN is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey 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 FY12 LVN, 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 FY12 LVN registered?

FY12 LVN is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is FY12 LVN safe to buy?

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