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HF51 DCV

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

347,039 mi
Last recorded347,039 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 DCV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 347,039 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 344,750 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 331,006 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 303,612 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 272,558 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 270,293 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 236,444 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 213,670 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 194,274 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 51,690 miles

both rear tyres, getting down, close to legal limit.

Pass 7 Feb 2007 45,316 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 38,012 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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HF51 DCV is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HF51 DCV, 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 HF51 DCV?

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What year was HF51 DCV registered?

HF51 DCV is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is HF51 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 DCV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF51 DCV have outstanding finance?

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