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GK52 XJW

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

134,502 mi
Last recorded134,502 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 XJW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 134,502 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 126,457 miles

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 6 Jun 2016 121,628 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 121,628 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 114,034 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside front tyre outer wall badley perished

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 11 May 2014 106,749 miles
Fail 11 May 2014 106,749 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2013 99,868 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 92,269 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 92,269 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 82,544 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 74,063 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 65,053 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 57,441 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 51,378 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 51,370 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 46,735 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 34,236 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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GK52 XJW is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GK52 XJW, 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 GK52 XJW registered?

GK52 XJW is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 October 2002.

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The MOT history for GK52 XJW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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