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LM12 VNK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

231,251 mi
Last recorded231,251 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 VNK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 231,251 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 181,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tread low on inner edge

Pass 10 Jun 2016 153,863 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 153,617 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing N/S Front wheel bolt missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working O/S Front sidelight bulb not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 124,254 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 95,343 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 55,145 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 45,832 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid looks low

Fail 13 May 2013 45,832 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid looks low

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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LM12 VNK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LM12 VNK, 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 LM12 VNK registered?

LM12 VNK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is LM12 VNK safe to buy?

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