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VE61 ULY

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

262,803 mi
Last recorded262,803 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 ULY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 262,803 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS INNER (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS INNER (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 235,127 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 197,068 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Feb 2020 166,148 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH FRONTS (5.3.2 (b))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 25 Jan 2019 124,544 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop Link Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 124,544 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop Link Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 99,453 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 88,068 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside

Pass 22 Jan 2016 79,667 miles

nearside rear tyre worn out of shape on inner edge

Pass 23 Jan 2015 59,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VE61 ULY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VE61 ULY, 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 VE61 ULY registered?

VE61 ULY is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is VE61 ULY safe to buy?

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