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GL12 EKJ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

108,372 mi
Last recorded108,372 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 EKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 108,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 95,032 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2024 81,301 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 67,445 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 67,407 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 66,964 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 57,849 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 44,951 miles

Offside Rear O/S/R tyre cracking on outer wall.

Pass 19 Aug 2020 31,695 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 29,546 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 25 May 2018 28,093 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 May 2017 25,004 miles

poor condition of both front tyres

Pass 24 May 2016 20,882 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 15,476 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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GL12 EKJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL12 EKJ, 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 GL12 EKJ registered?

GL12 EKJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is GL12 EKJ safe to buy?

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