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SL62 NZW

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,459 mi
Last recorded155,459 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 NZW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 155,459 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 152,778 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed ABS wire wrapped round hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 109,041 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,195 miles

Nearside Front strut has slight misting of fluid

Offside Front strut has slight misting of fluid

Fail 7 Jun 2017 84,189 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front strut has slight misting of fluid

Offside Front strut has slight misting of fluid

Pass 27 May 2016 51,340 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front screw in tyre

Offside Rear screw in tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2015 39,657 miles

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 NZW is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SL62 NZW, 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 NZW registered?

SL62 NZW is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 October 2012.

Is SL62 NZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 NZW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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