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GJ12 ORT

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,047 mi
Last recorded147,047 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 ORT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 147,047 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 131,253 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 131,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 118,234 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 118,234 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 106,473 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 92,842 miles

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

n/s front tyre close to wear bar

o/s rear tyre uneven wear

Fail 19 Nov 2021 92,842 miles

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

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

n/s front tyre close to wear bar

o/s rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 7 Oct 2020 78,855 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 64,029 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside Front Inner & Nearside Front Inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 60,792 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 55,227 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 55,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 46,873 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 41,859 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 33,712 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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GJ12 ORT is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ12 ORT, 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 GJ12 ORT registered?

GJ12 ORT is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is GJ12 ORT safe to buy?

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