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EX52 OEF

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,222 mi
Last recorded127,222 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 127,222 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2023 127,222 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 125,369 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 121,548 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 121,548 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 116,211 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 113,767 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 109,693 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 109,693 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 102,878 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 102,878 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 97,335 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 90,389 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 90,389 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 86,863 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 82,258 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 74,721 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 74,721 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 67,108 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 67,108 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 58,179 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 58,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 48,105 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 39,659 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 35,845 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 28,244 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 28,244 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 OEF is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OEF, 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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What year was EX52 OEF registered?

EX52 OEF is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is EX52 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 OEF shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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