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FY62 VJX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,443 mi
Last recorded104,443 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 VJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 104,443 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 21 Feb 2022 104,442 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 23 Feb 2021 83,539 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 71,543 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 65,642 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 58,593 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jun 2016 48,939 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 35,856 miles

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

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

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 VJX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VJX, 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 VJX registered?

FY62 VJX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is FY62 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 VJX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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