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KU52 YPD

2002 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,921 mi
Last recorded147,921 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 YPD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 147,921 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 144,465 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front floors/sills damaged

rear suspension parts rusted

Fail 16 Apr 2024 144,465 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front floors/sills damaged

rear suspension parts rusted

Pass 7 Dec 2020 139,338 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 139,331 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended centre rear (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 136,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 136,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 135,085 miles

engine light on

Fail 6 Dec 2018 135,083 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative o/s jet missing (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative washer jet missing o/s/f (4.1.6 (a) (i))

engine light on

Pass 29 Nov 2017 133,550 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt passenger ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test passenger all three ()

Pass 14 Nov 2016 131,656 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 124,157 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 124,157 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 117,824 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 111,110 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 111,110 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 102,871 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 96,313 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 89,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 89,882 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 83,892 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 83,892 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 75,754 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 65,374 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 56,199 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 56,199 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 43,076 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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KU52 YPD is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KU52 YPD, 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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KU52 YPD is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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