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FY12 OYL

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

162,954 mi
Last recorded162,954 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 OYL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 162,954 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 159,452 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 159,450 miles

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

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outers (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 156,166 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 152,478 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 148,793 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 145,590 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 141,643 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 137,581 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 120,778 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 104,376 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 93,504 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 76,463 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 50,305 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 12,948 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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FY12 OYL is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OYL, 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 OYL registered?

FY12 OYL is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is FY12 OYL safe to buy?

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