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YD62 ZYC

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,072 mi
Last recorded111,072 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD62 ZYC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 111,072 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside rear brake showing signs of overheating

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2026 111,072 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside rear brake showing signs of overheating

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 108,536 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 104,680 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 94,730 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 87,232 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 79,745 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 79,741 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 74,311 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 68,817 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 60,532 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 51,149 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 41,812 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 34,003 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 34,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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YD62 ZYC is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YD62 ZYC, 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 YD62 ZYC registered?

YD62 ZYC is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 September 2012.

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