Car Radar
One car, and everything this system has been able to check about it. Generated Tue, 8 Sept 2026, 23:09.
About this car
The MOT record, every test
| tested | result | odometer | covered since | written up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-24 | pass | 76,912 miles | 4,226 miles | nothing written up |
| 2024-11-08 | pass | 72,686 miles | 1 miles | 4 advisory |
| 2024-11-05 | fail | 72,685 miles | 4,917 miles | 3 fail items, 5 advisory |
| 2023-11-07 | pass | 67,768 miles | 4,546 miles | 12 advisory |
| 2022-11-07 | pass | 63,222 miles | 3,002 miles | 5 advisory |
| 2021-11-10 | pass | 60,220 miles | 2,829 miles | 5 advisory |
| 2020-11-09 | pass after a fail on the day | 57,391 miles | 5,272 miles | 2 minor |
| 2019-11-08 | pass | 52,119 miles | 3 miles | nothing written up |
| 2019-11-07 | fail | 52,116 miles | 7,124 miles | 5 fail items, 3 advisory |
| 2018-11-01 | pass | 44,992 miles | 6,959 miles | 7 advisory |
| 2017-11-09 | pass | 38,033 miles | 8,366 miles | 1 advisory |
| 2016-11-07 | pass | 29,667 miles | 6,796 miles | nothing written up |
| 2015-11-09 | pass | 22,871 miles | first on record | nothing written up |
What it is worth, and where those numbers come from
Advertised £1,304 above the asking price 37.3%
Where these numbers come from
Even the bottom quarter of the market asks £955 more than this car. Nothing measured here says you would lose money on it. What is unmeasured is whether the car is what the advert says.
No achieved sale prices. Nothing was asked for.
Resale, from live listings
- £3,499 Auto Trader asking prices
The floor
- £3,150 bottom quarter of cars like this one three in four comparable cars at this mileage are advertised above this, out of 13 counted
The buying rule
Against Auto Trader asking prices alone at £3,499, this car is 37.3% under, and the rule is 20% or more under. It qualifies. That figure uses one source on purpose, because it is the market this car would be resold into.
What the seller wrote
2012 Skoda Octavia Skoda Octavia 1.6 For Sale A reliable and practical Skoda Octavia 1.6 that offers a smooth, comfortable drive and is particularly well suited to motorway and long-distance driving. A great all-round car with plenty of space and good running costs. * 1.6 Engine - Smooth, reliable and economical engine that is ideal for everyday driving. * Parking Sensors - Makes parking and manoeuvring much easier, especially in tight spaces. * Part Service History - Comes with part service history. * Great Motorway Car - Comfortable and stable on longer motorway journeys. * Long-Distance Driving - A smooth and relaxing car for commuting and longer trips. * Reliable & Dependable - A well-regarded engine and practical car for everyday use. * Good Fuel Economy - Offers a good balance between performance and running costs. * Spacious Interior - Plenty of room for passengers, making it a practical family or commuter car. * Large Boot - Generous boot space with plenty of room for shopping, luggage and everyday items. * Comfortable Drive - Smooth and comfortable, making longer journeys enjoyable. * Easy to Drive - Straightforward and comfortable to drive around town or on the motorway. * Practical All-Rounder - Ideal for commuting, family use or anyone looking for a dependable daily car. * Viewing Welcome - Genuine buyers are welcome to view the vehicle.
What was verified
seller not verified · posted date not verified. Everything else about this listing was bound to the post by machine.