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SL62 JBU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,145 mi
Last recorded63,145 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 JBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 63,145 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R trailing arm bushes starting to split

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside side repeater lens broken

exhaust heat shield insecure

oil level low

rear subframe and suspension arms showing signs of corrosion

x1 part of middle exhaust sleeve broken (system still secure)

Pass 28 Feb 2025 59,681 miles

Exhaust - joining sleeve near rear axle - corroded/disintegrating (Currently secure and not leaking)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 56,109 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 52,207 miles

Undertrays obscuring some components.

Pass 17 Feb 2022 47,782 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 44,952 miles

Rear Tyres worn on inner edges, lightly cracked in treads. 195/65R15

Pass 18 Feb 2020 42,272 miles

Front Tyres worn on inner edge.

Pass 27 Feb 2019 38,250 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 38,125 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 381,612 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 33,655 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 27,203 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on inner sidewall

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner@ outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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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SL62 JBU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SL62 JBU, 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 SL62 JBU registered?

SL62 JBU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is SL62 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 JBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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