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PN12 VSG

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

102,992 mi
Last recorded102,992 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 VSG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 102,992 miles

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

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 97,545 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened HEAVILY CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle and its bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 97,539 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened MARKED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working on wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened HEAVILY CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle and its bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 95,921 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 82,167 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 69,129 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 60,823 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 48,907 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 33,553 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 19,200 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 10,524 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 9,122 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 6,417 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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PN12 VSG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 PN12 VSG, 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 PN12 VSG registered?

PN12 VSG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is PN12 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN12 VSG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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