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YC12 GBF

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,475 mi
Last recorded152,475 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 GBF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2024 152,475 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 152,240 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 151,961 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 150,081 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 141,660 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 133,001 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 117,566 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 92,922 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front wiper blades slightly smear screen.

nsf tyre at 3mm across tread.

osf tyre at 2mm on inner edge.

osr and nsr tyres at 3mm on inner edge

rear bump stops split, not fallen.

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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YC12 GBF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YC12 GBF, 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 YC12 GBF registered?

YC12 GBF is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 April 2012.

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