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LV12 XHM

2012 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,142 mi
Last recorded131,142 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 XHM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 131,142 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres, worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Headlamp cluster slightly cracked

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 131,141 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres, worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Headlamp cluster slightly cracked

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 118,530 miles

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

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

Front Lower Likely to become detached, screws missing.

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 112,770 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a small cut

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 112,770 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a small cut

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 97,256 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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 22 Nov 2019 62,294 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 59,576 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 55,772 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 55,772 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 52,075 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 46,935 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 40,234 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 33,517 miles

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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LV12 XHM is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LV12 XHM, 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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LV12 XHM is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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