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PJ61 UZF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

209,252 mi
Last recorded209,252 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ61 UZF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 209,252 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 199,174 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 190,946 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 185,605 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 180,214 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 174,133 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 164,177 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2019 164,177 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 148,802 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 136,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2017 131,843 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 122,611 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 111,464 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 96,558 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 73,102 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 73,102 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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PJ61 UZF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 PJ61 UZF, 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 PJ61 UZF registered?

PJ61 UZF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 February 2012.

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The MOT history for PJ61 UZF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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