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NU52 LZH

2002 Skoda Octavia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,521 mi
Last recorded157,521 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 LZH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 157,521 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2017 157,521 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 152,438 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front to rear brake pipes are corroded slightly

Pass 7 Aug 2015 147,297 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 140,702 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 134,518 miles

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

front exhaust flexi section has slight blow

Fail 9 Aug 2013 134,517 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front exhaust flexi section has slight blow

Pass 10 Aug 2012 126,139 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 117,256 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

engine cover fitted at time of test.

engine undertray fitted at time of test.

Fail 4 Aug 2011 117,256 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

engine cover fitted at time of test.

engine undertray fitted at time of test.

Pass 11 Aug 2010 108,772 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 100,357 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 91,979 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 82,940 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 65,041 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)

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 LZH is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LZH, 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 LZH registered?

NU52 LZH is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is NU52 LZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU52 LZH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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