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BN52 GZU

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,000 mi
Last recorded119,000 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 GZU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 119,000 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 115,773 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 112,394 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 27 Nov 2013 108,610 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 108,610 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 100,266 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Nov 2011 91,478 miles

1,Both front tyres worn at inner (& outer) edges.

Pass 1 Dec 2010 84,122 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 77,950 miles

1,Both front tyres wearing at inner edges,adviseable to check front wheel alignment.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 72,282 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 65,077 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 59,322 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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BN52 GZU is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BN52 GZU, 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

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What year was BN52 GZU registered?

BN52 GZU is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is BN52 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 GZU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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