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SM62 JPY

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

265,927 mi
Last recorded265,927 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 JPY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 265,927 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components and surrounding area. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspect exhaust diesel particulate filter tampering

Fail 30 Nov 2022 265,502 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components and surrounding area. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspect exhaust diesel particulate filter tampering

Pass 9 Dec 2021 254,979 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 254,975 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 253,907 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 239,700 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 239,699 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 207,880 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 127,613 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 112,137 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 96,194 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 77,920 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 64,583 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 54,427 miles
Pass 20 May 2014
Pass 14 Nov 2013 27,184 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 14,395 miles

Taxi info: o/s side ID card not fitted

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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SM62 JPY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 SM62 JPY, 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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SM62 JPY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 November 2012.

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