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HN62 XKE

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,202 mi
Last recorded60,202 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN62 XKE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 60,202 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Dec 2025 60,202 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 56,721 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Rear suspension components surface corrosion

Under covers fitted preventing the full inspection of covered components

Fail 11 Dec 2024 56,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Rear suspension components surface corrosion

Under covers fitted preventing the full inspection of covered components

Pass 5 Dec 2023 51,360 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroding

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 51,360 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroding

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 47,996 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective Wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 43,974 miles

Engine covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of covered components.

Under vehicle covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of covered components.

Pass 10 Dec 2020 41,628 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 39,408 miles

Engine covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of covered components.

Under vehicle covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of covered components.

Pass 10 Dec 2018 33,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 27,555 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 22,444 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 16,889 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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HN62 XKE 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 78.6%.

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 HN62 XKE, 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 HN62 XKE registered?

HN62 XKE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is HN62 XKE safe to buy?

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