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YH61 FBK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,878 mi
Last recorded159,878 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 FBK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2024 159,878 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded+holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded+holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Pass 1 Feb 2023 149,181 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 149,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2022 142,709 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively DISCS CORRODED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 90% WORN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 137,011 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 137,001 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect main beam (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed behind trim panel (7.1.2 (c))

Central Front Undertray likely to become detached tray under front bumper hanging down (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 123,492 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 107,480 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 87,566 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 76,151 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 61,387 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 48,675 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 26,015 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 26,015 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YH61 FBK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YH61 FBK, 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 YH61 FBK registered?

YH61 FBK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 February 2012.

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