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NU52 GHF

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

196,654 mi
Last recorded196,654 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 GHF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2019 196,654 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2019 196,654 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 184,650 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 162,448 miles

brake pad warning light on but pads are fine

Pass 26 Sep 2016 140,634 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 140,634 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 119,984 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering rack leaking from boot (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 93,054 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 70,813 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 20 Sep 2012 68,982 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 68,982 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 66,198 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 66,198 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 63,633 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 56,706 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 51,698 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to crack

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)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 46,983 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 42,237 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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NU52 GHF is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NU52 GHF, 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

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What year was NU52 GHF registered?

NU52 GHF is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is NU52 GHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU52 GHF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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