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SV62 VPX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

210,993 mi
Last recorded210,993 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV62 VPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 210,993 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 210,847 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 189,329 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 174,425 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 165,170 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 143,151 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 120,989 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 95,508 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 69,411 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 43,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres getting quite worn (below 3mm in places)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 24,107 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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SV62 VPX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SV62 VPX, 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 SV62 VPX registered?

SV62 VPX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is SV62 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV62 VPX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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