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OY12 KWG

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,172 mi
Last recorded147,172 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY12 KWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 147,172 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 139,740 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2024 139,466 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 132,040 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 125,863 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner end slight grease leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output damp in lense (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 119,024 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced BOTH (1 out of 4 bulbs not working on both sides) (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 119,024 miles

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

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

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced BOTH (1 out of 4 bulbs not working on both sides) (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 107,314 miles

Nearside Rear Side lamp inoperative (1 of 3)

Offside Rear Position lamp inoperative (1 of 3)

Pass 13 Jun 2019 93,585 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp inoperative (1 of 3)

Fail 13 Jun 2019 93,584 miles

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp inoperative (1 of 3)

Pass 13 Jun 2018 79,113 miles

Nearside Rear side lamp inoperative 1 of 3

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 May 2017 64,554 miles

both rear shock absorber bump stops deteriorated

Pass 9 Jun 2016 51,130 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 39,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 39,262 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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OY12 KWG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OY12 KWG, 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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OY12 KWG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 June 2012.

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