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FY12 XAK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,111 mi
Last recorded54,111 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 54,111 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 48,633 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 48,633 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 37,745 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 37,274 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 36,324 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 34,874 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 34,183 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 31,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Mar 2018 28,641 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 25,781 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 22,688 miles

utray engine cover diesel emissions clean

Pass 16 Mar 2015 19,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesal emissions too clean to get a reading

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 XAK 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 XAK, 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 XAK registered?

FY12 XAK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is FY12 XAK safe to buy?

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