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SM12 NPX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

190,563 mi
Last recorded190,563 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 NPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 190,563 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 190,140 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2024 165,939 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 165,853 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 160,287 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 147,372 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 99,149 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 80,896 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 6 Apr 2017 70,784 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2016 59,640 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 59,640 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 51,263 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 51,263 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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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SM12 NPX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SM12 NPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM12 NPX registered?

SM12 NPX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is SM12 NPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 NPX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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