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GU62 YRA

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

139,773 mi
Last recorded139,773 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 YRA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 139,773 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2023 137,739 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 132,014 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 110,985 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 107,057 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 107,032 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 261,378 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 248,641 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 211,044 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 167,611 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f wishbone bushes slightly perished.

Pass 4 Sep 2015 126,219 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 82,351 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,155 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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GU62 YRA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU62 YRA, 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 GU62 YRA registered?

GU62 YRA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is GU62 YRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 YRA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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