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MF62 ZGK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,522 mi
Last recorded71,522 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF62 ZGK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 71,522 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front scored and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side rear corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (rear of wheel) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

auxiliary belt contaminated with oil

both front driveshafts corroded

exhaust system stating to corrode

under body covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2025 67,362 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front scored and pitted slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

both side front driveshafts corroded

under body covers fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2024 65,021 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 61,876 miles

Fuel cap sael perishing.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Nov 2023 61,876 miles

Fuel cap sael perishing.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 56,893 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Nov 2021 51,402 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 51,402 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2020 47,783 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2020 47,783 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 42,906 miles

(advice) centre over head stop lamp very dim

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect has a slight leak (strong advice) (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front brake discs scored +lipped

both rear tyres worn low +tyre tread has a serious cracks

engine oil level very low

light warning lamp indicate fault

Pass 8 Nov 2018 37,196 miles

(advice) centre over head stop lamp not working

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres wearing low

lights warning lamp indicate fault

Fail 7 Nov 2018 37,196 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

(advice) centre over head stop lamp not working

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres wearing low

lights warning lamp indicate fault

Pass 3 Nov 2017 32,395 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Nov 2016 28,569 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 23,064 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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MF62 ZGK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 MF62 ZGK, 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 MF62 ZGK registered?

MF62 ZGK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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