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EK51 EJC

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,224 mi
Last recorded127,224 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 EJC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 127,224 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wish bone (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 118,306 miles

Exhaust corroding

Pass 8 Jan 2016 113,118 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 113,114 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 108,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 2 Jan 2015 108,226 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 101,994 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 95,665 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 90,185 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 84,318 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 84,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 78,942 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 68,569 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 58,187 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 49,378 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 40,061 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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EK51 EJC is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EK51 EJC, 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 EK51 EJC registered?

EK51 EJC is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 January 2002.

Is EK51 EJC safe to buy?

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