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SM61 XLH

2012 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

298,985 mi
Last recorded298,985 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 XLH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 298,985 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

smell of diesel under bonnet no obvious leak found engine covers fitted advise attention

Pass 28 Dec 2018 258,923 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning advise attention (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning advise attention (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 216,291 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise urgent replacment (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 187,709 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 187,621 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front arm front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arms rear bushes o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 156,825 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 126,660 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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SM61 XLH is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM61 XLH, 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 SM61 XLH registered?

SM61 XLH is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is SM61 XLH safe to buy?

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