2012 Skoda Octavia 1.4L Petrol · DY62 DGE

This 2012 Skoda Octavia presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 12 November 2025 at 65,867 miles passing with zero defects. The preceding four annual tests, spanning from November 2021 through November 2024, also passed without any advisories or failures. This unblemished five-year record indicates consistent mechanical upkeep and no emerging faults. The vehicle has covered approximately 11,886 miles over the five-year MOT history, averaging roughly 2,377 miles per year during that period. This is notably low even against the already modest lifetime average of 4,705 miles per year. The mileage progression is steady and incremental, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps that might suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. The annual test dates cluster tightly around November, suggesting a regular yearly servicing and inspection cycle. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can develop flat-spotted tyres, perished rubber brake hoses, and corroded brake discs despite low wear. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for age-related deterioration rather than mileage wear. Underneath, inspect the exhaust system, subframes, and sills for corrosion, particularly if the car has spent time standing on damp ground. The tyre date codes and tread depth deserve close attention, as older rubber degrades regardless of use. A short road test will confirm whether the brakes pull evenly, the gearbox shifts cleanly, and the steering remains free of knocks or vagueness that a static inspection might miss.