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SG12 GZW

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,104 mi
Last recorded163,104 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 GZW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 163,104 miles

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

Nearside Front c v boot deteriated

Nearside Front track rod end slight play

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

Offside Front c v boot deterited

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

oi leak

Pass 16 Oct 2017 53,531 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 53,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 14,279 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 14,275 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure mounting bolt insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 11,360 miles

Nearside Rear close to legal limit

rear brake pads 80.00% worn

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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SG12 GZW is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SG12 GZW, 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 SG12 GZW registered?

SG12 GZW is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is SG12 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 GZW shows 6 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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