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OV62 UUK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

202,536 mi
Last recorded202,536 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 UUK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 202,536 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 183,295 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 183,292 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2018 154,774 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 154,773 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2017 126,723 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 126,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement os/f ns/f (2.4.G.2)

no sr given

Fail 30 May 2017 126,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement os/f ns/f (2.4.G.2)

no sr given

Pass 23 Jun 2016 106,468 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 102,445 miles

splits in both rear bump stops

Fail 27 Oct 2015 102,445 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working side light bulb (1.1.A.3b)

splits in both rear bump stops

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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OV62 UUK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 OV62 UUK, 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 OV62 UUK registered?

OV62 UUK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is OV62 UUK safe to buy?

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