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YS61 VXR

2012 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,173 mi
Last recorded61,173 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 VXR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 61,173 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracks within tread

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2015 61,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre cracks within tread

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2015 52,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VXR is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YS61 VXR, 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 YS61 VXR?

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What year was YS61 VXR registered?

YS61 VXR is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is YS61 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS61 VXR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS61 VXR have outstanding finance?

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