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YF61 YCU

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,853 mi
Last recorded172,853 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 YCU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 172,853 miles

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

various correded iteams

Pass 19 Mar 2020 170,808 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2020 170,806 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 162,110 miles

Low emissions no printout produced

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

Heat shield not present on saddle fuel tank unable to fully ascertain if original fitment

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 162,110 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Heat shield not present on saddle fuel tank unable to fully ascertain if original fitment

Low emissions no printout produced

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 143,752 miles

offside front tyre is damaged on the inner sidewall

Fail 1 Mar 2018 143,752 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside front tyre is damaged on the inner sidewall

Pass 8 Feb 2017 105,157 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 104,854 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 90,096 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 73,110 miles

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

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

nearside front headlamp slightly insecure

offside rear wheel arch trim slightly insecure

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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YF61 YCU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YF61 YCU, 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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YF61 YCU is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 January 2012.

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