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LJ61 BRX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,559 mi
Last recorded138,559 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 BRX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 138,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 133,373 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 128,676 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

under trays fitted,not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 16 Dec 2022 121,112 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 10 Dec 2021 108,951 miles

under trays fitted,not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 21 Dec 2020 97,003 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 86,426 miles

under trays fitted,not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 14 Dec 2018 75,951 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 65,147 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 53,944 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 43,324 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 42,085 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 42,085 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 36,832 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Oct 2014 36,832 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LJ61 BRX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LJ61 BRX, 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 LJ61 BRX registered?

LJ61 BRX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is LJ61 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ61 BRX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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