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SA62 VXR

2012 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,240 mi
Last recorded173,240 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA62 VXR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2026 173,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2025 168,555 miles

Rear suspension components corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2025 168,553 miles

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

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2024 163,481 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 157,803 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 153,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 148,101 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 141,373 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 138,251 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 129,710 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 116,091 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 109,943 miles

engine management light illuminated

Fail 6 Dec 2016 109,943 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light illuminated

Pass 15 Dec 2015 86,716 miles

both rear tyres stepped on inner

bulb warning light is on

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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SA62 VXR is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SA62 VXR, 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 SA62 VXR registered?

SA62 VXR is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is SA62 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA62 VXR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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