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PL52 WXK

2002 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,895 mi
Last recorded155,895 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 WXK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 155,895 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 152,464 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

brake pedal soft

oil leak

Fail 16 Nov 2015 152,452 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre pipe mount missing (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported front pipe mount missing (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

brake pedal soft

oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2014 148,183 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 143,929 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Fail 30 Oct 2013 143,814 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 136,439 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 11 Nov 2011 133,508 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 129,794 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 126,563 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 111,333 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 91,788 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 76,933 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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PL52 WXK is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Blue 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 PL52 WXK, 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 PL52 WXK registered?

PL52 WXK is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 December 2002.

Is PL52 WXK safe to buy?

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