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T5 RRG

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,825 mi
Last recorded134,825 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 RRG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 134,825 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2026 134,825 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE OUT OF SHAPE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE OUT OF SHAPE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 128,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 119,344 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 109,400 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 109,400 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 96,622 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 96,622 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn badly on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 81,426 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 68,035 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 68,035 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre starting to wear inside edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also bold inside edge and also has damage to the outer sidewall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 56,337 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 40,815 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 37,065 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

bonnet stay clip poor condition

front discs worn inner face

n/s/r brake disc worn

slight damage to n/s/r reflector

Pass 23 Apr 2016 31,805 miles

ENGINE COVERS &UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 23 Apr 2016 31,805 miles

ENGINE COVERS &UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,707 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2015 24,707 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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T5 RRG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T5 RRG, 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.

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What year was T5 RRG registered?

T5 RRG is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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