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RV12 EKU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,496 mi
Last recorded163,496 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 EKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 163,496 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 145,902 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 129,292 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 116,510 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 92,916 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 80,192 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 59,928 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

rear tyres cracking between treads.

Fail 10 Mar 2016 59,928 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear tyres cracking between treads.

Pass 24 Mar 2015 44,242 miles

both rear tyres perished/ cracking in treads

wipers smeer

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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RV12 EKU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RV12 EKU, 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 RV12 EKU registered?

RV12 EKU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is RV12 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 EKU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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