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SJ12 XXE

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

454,904 mi
Last recorded454,904 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ12 XXE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 454,904 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 454,903 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 441,997 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 441,980 miles

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 428,895 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 383,585 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 383,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 344,475 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 309,301 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 309,301 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 274,429 miles

engine cover fitted.

under-trays fitted.

Pass 24 Feb 2015 224,510 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SJ12 XXE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SJ12 XXE, 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 SJ12 XXE registered?

SJ12 XXE is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is SJ12 XXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ12 XXE shows 12 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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