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FY12 PGF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

150,872 mi
Last recorded150,872 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 PGF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 150,872 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 4 Feb 2017 150,664 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 116,115 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 82,010 miles

Play in NSF Lower arm rear mount

Play in OSF Lower arm rear mount

Fail 9 Feb 2015 82,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

NSR Tyre bald on inner edge

Play in NSF Anti roll bar drop link

Play in NSF Lower arm rear mount

Play in OSF Lower arm rear mount

Fail 15 Feb 2014 51,660 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside rear tyre bald on raised tread advise replace

Pass 15 Feb 2014 51,660 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside rear tyre bald on raised tread advise replace

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 PGF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PGF, 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 PGF registered?

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

Is FY12 PGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 PGF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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