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SO12 EGJ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

176,305 mi
Last recorded176,305 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 EGJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2026 176,305 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 160,794 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 143,601 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 128,596 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 112,821 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 97,197 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 83,758 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 61,584 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 54,265 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 42,456 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 37,101 miles

Slight cracking in both rear tyres

Fail 26 Jul 2016 37,101 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight cracking in both rear tyres

Pass 20 Jul 2015 27,301 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 27,078 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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SO12 EGJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SO12 EGJ, 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 SO12 EGJ registered?

SO12 EGJ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 August 2012.

Is SO12 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 EGJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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