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YS61 EGK

2012 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

287,860 mi
Last recorded287,860 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 EGK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 287,860 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 246,047 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 205,001 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 185,596 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 185,213 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 152,108 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 104,712 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 65,015 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2015 54,347 miles

Rear bump stops perished

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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YS61 EGK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YS61 EGK, 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 YS61 EGK registered?

YS61 EGK is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is YS61 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS61 EGK shows 9 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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