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HY12 XUB

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

160,062 mi
Last recorded160,062 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 XUB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 160,062 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2026 160,044 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 153,893 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 153,890 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 146,405 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 136,410 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2023 136,400 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 123,658 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 109,287 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 97,759 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 92,718 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre perished and worn inner edge

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 83,030 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre cracking

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 69,799 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing thin (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 56,882 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 16 Feb 2017 56,882 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Feb 2016 44,462 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 31,986 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Feb 2015 31,986 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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HY12 XUB is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 HY12 XUB, 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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HY12 XUB is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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