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AF62 VXZ

2012 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

265,441 mi
Last recorded265,441 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Skoda Octavia86,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VXZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 265,441 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 241,138 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 222,109 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 222,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2020 212,837 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 175,830 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 171,556 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2018 171,556 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2018 131,321 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 131,321 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 90,119 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 90,119 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 81,686 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 59,908 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges

front wipers smearing slightly

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

front tyres wearing inner edge

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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AF62 VXZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 AF62 VXZ, 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 AF62 VXZ registered?

AF62 VXZ is a 2012 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is AF62 VXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 VXZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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