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VU52 UXX

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,960 mi
Last recorded74,960 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 UXX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 74,960 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

nearside front suspension arm bush deteriorating (rear of)

offside handbrake effort low, overall handbrake efficiency just met

Pass 1 Sep 2016 72,103 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 72,103 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 68,682 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 64,334 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front tyres wearing inside edges

offside handbrake effort low

offside rear tyre worn to approx 2.5mm, nearside rear 2mm

Pass 6 Sep 2013 57,442 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn to approx 2.5mm

offside handbrake effort low

Pass 18 Sep 2012 51,243 miles

exhaust centre bracket adrift

offside handbrake effort low

Pass 19 Sep 2011 44,560 miles

all tyres wearing to varying degrees

Pass 25 Sep 2010 37,970 miles

rear brake pads worn low!

Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,425 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 29,174 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 24,801 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 19,183 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 UXX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UXX, 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 UXX registered?

VU52 UXX is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is VU52 UXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 UXX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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