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PY62 BNZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,209 mi
Last recorded150,209 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY62 BNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 150,209 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 150,209 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2018 130,103 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Feb 2018 130,103 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both front (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2017 106,125 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 106,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 79,001 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 61,013 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Oct 2016 61,013 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 35,193 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all rusty (3.5.1i)

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2016 35,183 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 32,046 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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PY62 BNZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PY62 BNZ, 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 PY62 BNZ registered?

PY62 BNZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is PY62 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY62 BNZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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