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RV12 TJX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

242,049 mi
Last recorded242,049 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 242,049 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

covers fitted-n/s/f upper spring corroded-n/s/r shocker slightly leaking-o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge-exhaust corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2022 242,049 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

covers fitted-n/s/f upper spring corroded-n/s/r shocker slightly leaking-o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge-exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 210,508 miles

emission are too clean

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2020 190,351 miles

emissions are too clean

Pass 23 Feb 2019 161,184 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 132,238 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 100,136 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 76,095 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 56,209 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F seat belt stalk casing damaged/broken. (still works ok securely locks belt)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 TJX 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 TJX, 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 RV12 TJX registered?

RV12 TJX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is RV12 TJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 TJX 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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