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FY62 RBU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,173 mi
Last recorded90,173 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 RBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 90,173 miles

Central REAR AXLE CORRODED

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 80,898 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall /tread ...small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake caliper .. damp ..requires further investigation

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 80,898 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall /tread ...small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake caliper .. damp ..requires further investigation

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 72,733 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 72,733 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 67,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread perishing ..small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread perishing ...small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread perishing ...small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 61,792 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 55,708 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 49,731 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 47,744 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 42,657 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 42,657 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 37,130 miles

n/s/r seat belt clasp outer casing broken, clasp still secures and works as intended

undertray fitted obscuring checkable components

Pass 3 Sep 2016 32,114 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 27,287 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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FY62 RBU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY62 RBU, 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 FY62 RBU registered?

FY62 RBU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 September 2012.

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