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YF62 VPA

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,434 mi
Last recorded148,434 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 VPA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 148,434 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 141,221 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 132,366 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2024 132,191 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2023 122,732 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 112,113 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 82,603 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 72,203 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 59,982 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 49,241 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Sep 2016 49,240 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Nov 2015 37,068 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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YF62 VPA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF62 VPA, 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

How do I check the history of YF62 VPA?

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What year was YF62 VPA registered?

YF62 VPA is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is YF62 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF62 VPA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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