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PE62 VUB

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

212,187 mi
Last recorded212,187 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE62 VUB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 212,187 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective x 2 (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2022 172,743 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 121,786 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2020 110,218 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 90,107 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 66,207 miles

Offside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAYS AND COVERS NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

Fail 4 Jun 2018 66,157 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 52,563 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 May 2016 40,182 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2015 31,243 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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PE62 VUB is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PE62 VUB, 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 PE62 VUB registered?

PE62 VUB is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is PE62 VUB safe to buy?

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