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AK52 GMX

2002 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

125,630 mi
Last recorded125,630 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 GMX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 125,630 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 117,925 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 102,336 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 87,881 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 74,332 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 64,196 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 62,419 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 61,520 miles

Fuel filter slightly corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2017 60,468 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 58,797 miles

both front wipers slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2015 58,201 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 57,272 miles

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 28 Oct 2013 54,561 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 48,649 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,106 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 46,106 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 41,412 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 37,201 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 32,706 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 28,495 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 23,897 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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AK52 GMX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AK52 GMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK52 GMX?

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What year was AK52 GMX registered?

AK52 GMX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is AK52 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 GMX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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