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GK02 HYU

2002 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,122 mi
Last recorded158,122 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 HYU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 158,122 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 148,016 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective EXHUAST MOUNTING UNWELDED BUT NOT INSECURE... (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 148,016 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective EXHUAST MOUNTING UNWELDED BUT NOT INSECURE... (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 141,102 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Parking braking lever high

Pass 6 Mar 2018 128,549 miles

Front Anti-roll bar mounting "D" bushes worn slightly

Windscreen damaged but not considered to be obstructing drivers view of the road

Pass 13 Feb 2017 121,687 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 115,138 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 108,362 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 101,450 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 96,105 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 88,409 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 88,409 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 80,299 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 70,907 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 61,560 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 51,055 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 40,237 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 31,866 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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GK02 HYU is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GK02 HYU, 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 GK02 HYU registered?

GK02 HYU is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 March 2002.

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