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SW61 GXU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,540 mi
Last recorded120,540 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 GXU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 120,540 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body damages

component corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2021 101,455 miles

components corroded

exhaust join sleeve clamps badly corroded

play osf roll bar link

rear reg plate deteriorated

shock absorbers soft, nsf slight leak, osf mist

various body damages

Fail 17 Aug 2021 101,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

components corroded

exhaust join sleeve clamps badly corroded

play osf roll bar link

rear reg plate deteriorated

shock absorbers soft, nsf slight leak, osf mist

various body damages

Pass 11 Sep 2020 90,630 miles

bonnet clip missing

nsf shock absorber slight leak

osf brake pad lining deteriorating

osf tyre close to legal limit 1956515

rear brake imbalances and slight pulse

rear reg plate deteriorated

various body damages and component corrosion

windscreen chipped

Fail 11 Sep 2020 90,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam 477 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

bonnet clip missing

nsf shock absorber slight leak

osf brake pad lining deteriorating

osf tyre close to legal limit 1956515

rear brake imbalances and slight pulse

rear reg plate deteriorated

various body damages and component corrosion

windscreen chipped

Pass 19 Sep 2019 83,159 miles

body damages

engine oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2018 71,087 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 67,862 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 57,982 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 46,388 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 33,776 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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SW61 GXU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SW61 GXU, 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

How do I check the history of SW61 GXU?

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What year was SW61 GXU registered?

SW61 GXU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is SW61 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 GXU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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