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GN62 BHV

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,934 mi
Last recorded149,934 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN62 BHV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 149,934 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 141,337 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 141,320 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 131,829 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 124,182 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 116,761 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 111,099 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 102,209 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 102,209 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 93,303 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 78,527 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning wing mirror lens (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 78,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning wing mirror lens (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 60,134 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2017 60,134 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working rear side bulb inop (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 44,720 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2015 29,539 miles

Offside Rear Unable to check O/S/R seatbelt due to child seat.

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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GN62 BHV 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 GN62 BHV, 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 GN62 BHV registered?

GN62 BHV is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is GN62 BHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN62 BHV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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