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VU62 HYF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,770 mi
Last recorded102,770 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 HYF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 102,770 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 98,080 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 92,236 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 87,412 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 80,062 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 70,695 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 70,695 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 60,709 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 49,546 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 38,272 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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VU62 HYF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,390cc petrol 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 VU62 HYF, 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 VU62 HYF?

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What year was VU62 HYF registered?

VU62 HYF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is VU62 HYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 HYF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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