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SM61 XLK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

269,329 mi
Last recorded269,329 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 XLK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 269,329 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

d.p.f. has welded repair

e.m.l. on on dash

Pass 9 Nov 2017 249,604 miles

Engine Management light on

Fail 6 Nov 2017 249,334 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Engine Management light on

Pass 9 May 2017 230,954 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 206,455 miles

Offside Front lower suspension arm bolt and mount secure but bolt is very short

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 3 May 2016 181,185 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2015 157,339 miles

oil leak under engine

Pass 24 Jul 2015 142,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front bumper split

Fail 23 Jul 2015 142,655 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front bumper split

Pass 23 Jan 2015 121,973 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 102,356 miles

Bonnet stay lever support catch at wing panel burst

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 82,007 miles

Bonnet stay lever catch on wing missing

Front No-Plate damaged

Pass 26 Jul 2013 59,679 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 38,021 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 17,064 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 XLK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XLK, 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 SM61 XLK registered?

SM61 XLK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is SM61 XLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 XLK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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