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ML12 XPY

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,899 mi
Last recorded148,899 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 XPY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 148,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 144,461 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 142,676 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 139,642 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 136,687 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 133,871 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 131,313 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 128,051 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 128,047 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 116,089 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 99,171 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 78,746 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 78,746 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 59,413 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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ML12 XPY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ML12 XPY, 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 ML12 XPY registered?

ML12 XPY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is ML12 XPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML12 XPY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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