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AF51 LPE

2002 Skoda Octavia

Bronze Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,766 mi
Last recorded158,766 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 LPE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 158,766 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 143,432 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 132,937 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine breather pipe broken

Pass 31 Jul 2017 126,437 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 120,441 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 120,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 114,925 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 109,370 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 109,370 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 103,933 miles

both front tyres low tread

Pass 21 Jul 2012 97,872 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 91,711 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 85,332 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 75,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 75,203 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 68,803 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 57,327 miles

front brake discs corroded and lipped

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 10 Oct 2005 43,362 miles

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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AF51 LPE is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Bronze with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 104,705 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF51 LPE, 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 24 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF51 LPE registered?

AF51 LPE is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 January 2002.

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