2014 Skoda Octavia 1.2L Petrol · AJ14 YAF
2014 Skoda Octavia (1.2L, petrol). First registered 13 Apr 2014. Recorded mileage 88,938 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,938 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AJ14 YAF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2025
- 88,938 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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AJ14 YAF MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Skoda Octavia (AJ14 YAF) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AJ14 YAF Mileage History
- 20/10/202269,198 mi
- 24/10/202375,690 mi+6,492 mi
- 18/10/202482,361 mi+6,671 mi
- 29/10/202588,938 mi+6,577 mi
Average of roughly 6,524 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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