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GU51 BPV

2002 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

262,379 mi
Last recorded262,379 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2008
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 BPV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2008 262,379 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 262,376 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 241,669 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight wear in nearside of steering rack

wear in o/s front shockabsorber

Fail 10 Oct 2007 241,669 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight wear in nearside of steering rack

wear in o/s front shockabsorber

Pass 20 Apr 2007 222,741 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 222,596 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 184,155 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 184,155 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

nearside number plate lamp dim

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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GU51 BPV is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GU51 BPV, 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 GU51 BPV?

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What year was GU51 BPV registered?

GU51 BPV is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 February 2002.

Is GU51 BPV safe to buy?

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