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ST02 HCD

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

58,636 mi
Last recorded58,636 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST02 HCD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 58,636 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Nov 2025 58,636 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Dec 2024 56,217 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 55,850 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 55,456 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 55,296 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 55,296 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken o\s and n\s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 55,025 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 54,644 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 54,644 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 53,503 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 52,153 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 49,713 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 48,555 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 48,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 46,624 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2012 43,984 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2011 39,805 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 37,912 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 36,068 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 35,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 33,231 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 31,953 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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ST02 HCD is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 ST02 HCD, 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 ST02 HCD registered?

ST02 HCD is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 August 2002.

Is ST02 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST02 HCD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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