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YB61 VKZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,591 mi
Last recorded116,591 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2026 116,591 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 116,337 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 114,524 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 108,026 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 100,617 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BRAKE DISC IS HEAVILY CORRODED ADVISE REPLACEMENT ASAP. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 94,710 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 90,395 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 84,025 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 78,993 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 68,772 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 54,787 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 40,856 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 VKZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YB61 VKZ, 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 YB61 VKZ registered?

YB61 VKZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 February 2012.

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The MOT history for YB61 VKZ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB61 VKZ have outstanding finance?

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