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GX02 SMV

2002 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2009
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,216 mi
Last recorded142,216 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2008
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 SMV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2008 142,216 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 135,721 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Number plate lights dim

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 134,440 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 109,268 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 109,268 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 83,783 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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GX02 SMV is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GX02 SMV, 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.

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What year was GX02 SMV registered?

GX02 SMV is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2002.

Is GX02 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX02 SMV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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