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GN51 WVG

2002 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

101,697 mi
Last recorded101,697 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 WVG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 101,697 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 30 Dec 2016 90,446 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 79,130 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 69,940 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2013 58,491 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 51,813 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 51,813 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Front brake application and release uneven

Seam at rear of cat corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2011 45,012 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Fail 30 Nov 2011 45,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Fail 30 Nov 2010 40,170 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 40,170 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 35,840 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 35,836 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Rear brakes imbalanced (35%)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 31,593 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 31,593 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 27,658 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 27,658 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 22,499 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 19,583 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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GN51 WVG is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GN51 WVG, 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

How do I check the history of GN51 WVG?

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What year was GN51 WVG registered?

GN51 WVG is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 January 2002.

Is GN51 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 WVG shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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