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YE62 XGP

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

250,168 mi
Last recorded250,168 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 XGP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 250,168 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 220,434 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 184,893 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 164,348 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 143,279 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 122,680 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 96,263 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 90,271 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 90,216 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

eml on dash

Pass 22 Feb 2016 90,159 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 68,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2015 68,659 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 68,655 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 Apr 2014 31,682 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 24,051 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 23,912 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 8,717 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 347 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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YE62 XGP is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YE62 XGP, 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 YE62 XGP registered?

YE62 XGP is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is YE62 XGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 XGP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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