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AD61 VNZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,822 mi
Last recorded94,822 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 VNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 94,822 miles

corrosion in underside of vehicle/front and rear suspension components

Fail 11 Dec 2025 94,810 miles

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

corrosion in underside of vehicle/front and rear suspension components

Pass 19 Dec 2024 90,408 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes partially covered with sleeving (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

tow bar corroded (not fully visible)

Fail 18 Dec 2024 90,411 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded ferrule and pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded ferrule and pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes partially covered with sleeving (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

tow bar corroded (not fully visible)

Pass 8 Jan 2024 87,229 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 87,227 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 81,840 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 77,667 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 74,105 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 72,693 miles

front discs rusty

Pass 12 Dec 2018 67,437 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 60,699 miles

front discs rusty

Fail 21 Dec 2017 60,699 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases need 55mm sleeve (7.1.2)

front discs rusty

Pass 10 Jan 2017 54,216 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 43,338 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 43,338 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Dec 2014 30,610 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 30,610 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AD61 VNZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AD61 VNZ, 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 AD61 VNZ registered?

AD61 VNZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is AD61 VNZ safe to buy?

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