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FH51 FTD

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

171,205 mi
Last recorded171,205 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 FTD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 171,205 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 165,436 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 158,762 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 149,678 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 139,682 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 129,945 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 118,473 miles

Offside mirror slightly damaged

Fail 18 Jun 2012 118,307 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside mirror slightly damaged

Pass 23 Jun 2011 110,806 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 108,455 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Nov 2009 98,626 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 98,626 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 90,825 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 79,833 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 79,833 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 67,779 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 67,526 miles

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

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

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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FH51 FTD is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FH51 FTD, 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 FH51 FTD registered?

FH51 FTD is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is FH51 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 FTD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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