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EX52 OAE

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,763 mi
Last recorded112,763 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 OAE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 112,763 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 8 Jun 2021 112,655 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 110,232 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jun 2019 107,388 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jun 2018 104,609 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Jun 2018 104,603 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jun 2017 99,291 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 99,291 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 93,887 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 88,391 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 82,489 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 77,345 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 71,926 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 67,010 miles

o/s/f lower arm bushers

Pass 12 Aug 2010 61,259 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 52,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 46,275 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,510 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 30,746 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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EX52 OAE is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EX52 OAE, 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 EX52 OAE?

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What year was EX52 OAE registered?

EX52 OAE is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 September 2002.

Is EX52 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 OAE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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