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AK02 DBX

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

145,999 mi
Last recorded145,999 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 DBX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 145,999 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 145,996 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 134,019 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 134,019 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 134,000 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine light on

pad warning light on

Pass 2 Apr 2015 127,482 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Exhaust very rusty in places.

Fuel tank strap rusty.

Headlamp aims just within set limits.

Fail 2 Apr 2015 127,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine oil leaks.

Exhaust very rusty in places.

Fuel tank strap rusty.

Pass 31 Mar 2014 120,175 miles

exhaust very rusty in places, front tyres well worn,indicators losing orange effect, slight engine oil leaks, rear shock absorber shrouds detached.

rear brake discs appear well worn.

Fail 31 Mar 2014 120,175 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust very rusty in places, front tyres well worn,indicators losing orange effect, slight engine oil leaks, rear shock absorber shrouds detached.

rear brake discs appear well worn.

Fail 26 Mar 2013 111,109 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake discs worn and corroded* suspect rear ns wheelbearing worn* variousoil leaks* rear shock absorber shrouds detached*

shields on underbody,mud,etc, restrict examination* acceptable windscreen stickers*headlamp aims on aim limits* front and rear indicators losing orange effect*front wishbone rear buses worn*

Pass 26 Mar 2013 111,109 miles

rear brake discs worn and corroded* suspect rear ns wheelbearing worn* variousoil leaks* rear shock absorber shrouds detached*

shields on underbody,mud,etc, restrict examination* acceptable windscreen stickers*headlamp aims on aim limits* front and rear indicators losing orange effect*front wishbone rear buses worn*

Pass 14 Mar 2012 102,126 miles

exhaust very rusty in places, headlamp just within set limits.

Pass 28 Mar 2011 92,564 miles

exhaustvery rusty in places, headlampaims just within set limits.

Fail 28 Feb 2011 92,533 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

headlamp aims just within set limits, both front tyre trads and nsr tread very well worn and nsr just legal, ns front door veruy stiff to open,exhaust very rusty, rear brake pads well worn.

Pass 3 Mar 2010 79,008 miles

shields on underbody restrict examination* rear tyres worn*

Pass 25 Feb 2009 72,061 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside & offside rear damper bumpstops deteriorated

Fail 25 Feb 2009 72,060 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside & offside rear damper bumpstops deteriorated

Pass 18 Feb 2008 65,476 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S & O/S Rear bump stops split

Pass 28 Feb 2007 57,212 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 57,212 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 47,749 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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AK02 DBX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK02 DBX, 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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AK02 DBX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 May 2002.

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