2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Octavia S Tdi Cr models manufactured in 2012, based on 586 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Octavia S Tdi Cr cars tested in 2012. Want to see how cars built in 2012 hold up over time?
View 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr vintage page → (71.4% current pass rate)2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr MOT Analysis
The 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr has an MOT pass rate of 74.2% based on 586 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 90,955 miles on the odometer. With a 25.8% failure rate, the 2012 Octavia S Tdi Cr is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 0.2% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Registration Plates and VIN follows at 0.2%.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Octavia S Tdi Cr page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.2% | 1 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.2% | 1 |
| 3 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 90,955 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.02 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.02 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.02 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr has an MOT pass rate of 74.2% based on 586 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 90,955 miles on the odometer. With a 25.8% failure rate, the 2012 Octavia S Tdi Cr is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With an average mileage of 90,955 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.2% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 0.2% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Registration Plates and VIN — 0.2% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Skoda Octavia S Tdi Cr models. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.