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EJ52 KXR

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

218,425 mi
Last recorded218,425 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 KXR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 218,425 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 218,421 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 202,107 miles

front windscreen cracked on the nearside front but not affecting the drivers view.

offside & nearside front flexi brake hoses x 2 beginning to deteriorate.

offside rear steel road wheel fitted with the full size 195/65r15.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 8 Jun 2017 191,352 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt beginning to seep grease. (2.5.C.1a)

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

front windscreen cracked on the nearside !!.

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 21 May 2016 184,966 miles

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

front windscreen cracked on the nearside front.

unable to inspect engine compartment full due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully @ front due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 19 Jun 2015 177,645 miles

Front Windscreen cracked on the nearside !

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

Fail 15 Jun 2015 177,627 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen cracked on the nearside !

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 169,577 miles

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

offside & nearside front lower suspension arms (rear) bushes x 2 beginning to split.

offside & nearside front tyres x 2 wearing on the inner edges. 195/65r15

offside rear brake binding slightly !.

slight exhaust gas leak detected from downpipe @ rear of catalysts convertor.

Pass 10 Jun 2013 164,197 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

knocking noise from engine/gearbox possible due to worn duelmass flywheel

slight exhaust gas leak from exhaust downpipe @ rear of the catalysts.

Pass 31 May 2012 141,690 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear exhaust mount held on with wire

Pass 1 Jun 2011 121,628 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)

Fail 24 May 2010 97,471 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

nearside & offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 May 2010 97,471 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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)

nearside & offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 May 2009 72,175 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 May 2008 49,200 miles

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

air bag warning light on dash

Pass 4 Apr 2007 22,502 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 18,164 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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EJ52 KXR is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EJ52 KXR, 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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EJ52 KXR is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2002.

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