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WF62 OFS

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

283,156 mi
Last recorded283,156 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF62 OFS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 283,156 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2019 283,156 miles

Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation cable very stiff (1.1.15 (d))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering component deformed drum stick (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 242,969 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 197,431 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 197,431 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 147,823 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 109,061 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 68,255 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 34,667 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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WF62 OFS is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WF62 OFS, 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 WF62 OFS registered?

WF62 OFS is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 October 2012.

Is WF62 OFS safe to buy?

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