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FE52 JTU

2002 Skoda Octavia

Gold Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

196,275 mi
Last recorded196,275 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 JTU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 196,275 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 186,296 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 182,799 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 179,060 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 169,430 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2012 157,243 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 142,608 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 130,614 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 130,484 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 115,520 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 101,279 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 86,772 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 86,581 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 68,533 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 51,870 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 51,869 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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FE52 JTU is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Gold with a 1,896cc diesel 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 FE52 JTU, 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 FE52 JTU registered?

FE52 JTU is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 September 2002.

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