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PJ62 HVM

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

241,788 mi
Last recorded241,788 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ62 HVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 241,788 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 213,948 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 196,220 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 174,570 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 174,570 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 138,447 miles

child seat fitted n s r

Pass 19 Oct 2015 101,775 miles

Engine covers fitted to vehicle

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

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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PJ62 HVM is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 PJ62 HVM, 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 PJ62 HVM registered?

PJ62 HVM is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 December 2012.

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The MOT history for PJ62 HVM shows 7 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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