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SX12 EGU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,798 mi
Last recorded159,798 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX12 EGU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 159,798 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2025 151,210 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 144,718 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 133,190 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 122,640 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 99,456 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 87,797 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 74,109 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 74,104 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

all four brake discs rusty

Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,485 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 57,404 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 39,131 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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SX12 EGU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SX12 EGU, 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 SX12 EGU?

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What year was SX12 EGU registered?

SX12 EGU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is SX12 EGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX12 EGU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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