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SM12 SZJ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,522 mi
Last recorded92,522 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 SZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 92,522 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 92,498 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Haldex coupling (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 84,918 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 77,677 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 71,539 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 66,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT, suggest change ASAP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT, suggest change ASAP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 60,650 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 60,649 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 58,038 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 51,770 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 45,982 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 38,206 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,517 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 29,517 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working centre (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2015 24,712 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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SM12 SZJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM12 SZJ, 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 SZJ registered?

SM12 SZJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is SM12 SZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 SZJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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