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YB61 XEF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

393,365 mi
Last recorded393,365 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 XEF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 393,365 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

covers fitted-x2 front rear suspension arm bushed slightly deteriorated- slight oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2019 362,012 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 334,024 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 333,541 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 296,304 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 296,304 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage REAR BUMPER (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired BROKEN (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 254,647 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 254,646 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 211,298 miles

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

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 XEF 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 YB61 XEF, 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 YB61 XEF registered?

YB61 XEF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is YB61 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 XEF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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