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SA02 HEJ

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

252,397 mi
Last recorded252,397 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 HEJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2013 252,397 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front ex mount missing

Pass 12 Jan 2012 234,402 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

slight brake bind n/s/r and n/s/f

Pass 14 Jan 2011 221,676 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

both front brake discs slightly pitted

handbrake travel getting high

nearside front and offside rear brake binding on slightly

olffside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2009 209,654 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

alternator belt showing signs of perishing

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear axle showing signs of corrosion

unable to see rear section of offside front to rear brake pipe[above diesel tank]

Pass 1 Apr 2009 203,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

complete exhaust system showing signs of deterioration

Pass 1 Apr 2008 193,586 miles

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

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

offside rear wheel bearing showing signs of slight noise when rotated

Pass 6 Apr 2007 167,812 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2007 167,812 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 140,896 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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SA02 HEJ is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SA02 HEJ, 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 SA02 HEJ registered?

SA02 HEJ is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2002.

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