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LB12 XPE

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,622 mi
Last recorded98,622 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 XPE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 98,622 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2026 98,622 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 92,298 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 83,371 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 76,212 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 69,961 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 63,418 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 56,858 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 56,855 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2019 49,301 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 49,301 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced high level (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 41,321 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 31,756 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 25,351 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 25,351 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside and offside front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 19,008 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LB12 XPE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LB12 XPE, 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 LB12 XPE registered?

LB12 XPE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is LB12 XPE safe to buy?

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