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HN61 MGZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,390 mi
Last recorded135,390 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 MGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 135,390 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 120,575 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2024 114,167 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated loose clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVISE REPLACE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder on windscreen ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Lettering fading (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 101,236 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 93,498 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 89,586 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 89,586 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 82,337 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 75,813 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured almost white, advise replacement (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured almost white, advise replacement (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 64,065 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface damaged (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 52,137 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit low at 3mm / uneven on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / grooved (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 40,059 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 28,251 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 18,217 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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HN61 MGZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol 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 HN61 MGZ, 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 HN61 MGZ registered?

HN61 MGZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 January 2012.

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