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YB61 VKX

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

206,754 mi
Last recorded206,754 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 VKX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 206,754 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 206,754 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 187,987 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 187,987 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 172,613 miles

Mil light on

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))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 172,613 miles

Mil light on

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 162,045 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 148,895 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2018 132,812 miles

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

engine cover

sill covers fitted

under trays

Pass 18 Dec 2017 117,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Dec 2016 110,392 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 94,884 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 74,205 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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YB61 VKX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YB61 VKX, 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 YB61 VKX?

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What year was YB61 VKX registered?

YB61 VKX is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is YB61 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 VKX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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