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VU52 HDF

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,778 mi
Last recorded131,778 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 HDF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 131,778 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 131,765 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 114,386 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 114,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 98,994 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 98,994 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 81,916 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 73,868 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 62,011 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 62,011 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 69,304 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,831 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 39,165 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 34,956 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 30,119 miles

off side wiper split

Pass 1 Oct 2008 27,362 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 23,918 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 23,881 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 18,431 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 12,507 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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VU52 HDF is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VU52 HDF, 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 VU52 HDF registered?

VU52 HDF is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is VU52 HDF safe to buy?

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