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MK02 TXX

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

174,851 mi
Last recorded174,851 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 TXX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 174,851 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 174,824 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 169,868 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 163,032 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 8 Jul 2013 153,828 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 146,257 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 140,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 140,983 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 136,690 miles

front wiper blades deteriorating.

Pass 24 Jul 2009 130,344 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 7 Aug 2008 123,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 111,993 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 98,243 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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MK02 TXX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MK02 TXX, 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 MK02 TXX registered?

MK02 TXX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is MK02 TXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK02 TXX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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