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SN55 GAZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,850 mi
Last recorded101,850 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 GAZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 101,850 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 91,449 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 89,793 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 86,054 miles

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 15 Aug 2022 78,837 miles

under trays fitted covering components

Fail 12 Aug 2022 78,804 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 4 Aug 2021 72,297 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 25 Aug 2020 67,487 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 59,344 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 51,886 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 43,263 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 May 2016 35,393 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,779 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SN55 GAZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SN55 GAZ, 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 SN55 GAZ registered?

SN55 GAZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is SN55 GAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 GAZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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