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RE62 YLX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

217,384 mi
Last recorded217,384 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 YLX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 217,384 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 172,883 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 166,749 miles

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

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

Rear pads getting low

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2017 166,749 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing low

Rear pads getting low

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2016 140,339 miles

front brake pads worn unevenly

screen damaged greater than permitted amount, but not affecting drivers view of the road

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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RE62 YLX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RE62 YLX, 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 RE62 YLX registered?

RE62 YLX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is RE62 YLX safe to buy?

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