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KM62 DXY

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

182,307 mi
Last recorded182,307 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 DXY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 182,307 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2026 182,307 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2025 168,172 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 168,172 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 152,784 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 18 Oct 2023 137,539 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 126,012 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 112,120 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 112,120 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 103,505 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 103,504 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2019 96,768 miles

Front Windscreen washer bottle leaking but still retaining some fluid.

Pass 18 Oct 2018 84,520 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 73,882 miles

osf wing has impact damage

Fail 12 Oct 2017 73,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

osf wing has impact damage

Pass 24 Oct 2016 61,331 miles

front and rear tyres nearing wear bars

Pass 3 Nov 2015 50,535 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KM62 DXY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KM62 DXY, 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 KM62 DXY registered?

KM62 DXY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 November 2012.

Is KM62 DXY safe to buy?

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