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MF12 BVU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

251,184 mi
Last recorded251,184 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 BVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 251,184 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 242,845 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 225,573 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 225,572 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 193,775 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 166,201 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 161,231 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 146,999 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 132,630 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 115,461 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 86,049 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 78,451 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 78,451 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MF12 BVU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 MF12 BVU, 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 MF12 BVU registered?

MF12 BVU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is MF12 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 BVU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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