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VU62 RPX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,864 mi
Last recorded138,864 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 RPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2020 138,864 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 138,864 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 99,081 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 8 Jun 2017 68,929 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 66,770 miles

Zero emissions detected at tailpipe

Pass 4 Sep 2015 54,551 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 RPX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RPX, 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 VU62 RPX registered?

VU62 RPX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is VU62 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 RPX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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