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WU51 XCA

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

125,031 mi
Last recorded125,031 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 XCA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 125,031 miles

both front tyres worn on iner

Pass 5 May 2015 118,550 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 May 2015 118,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 111,019 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 6 May 2014 111,017 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 104,223 miles

both rear suspension springs corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

n/s/r tyre wearing low

o/s door mirror assey damaged

Pass 13 Mar 2012 97,073 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 91,305 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 84,480 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 84,480 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 77,653 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Feb 2009 77,653 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 69,935 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 65,795 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 65,795 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 59,770 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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WU51 XCA is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WU51 XCA, 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

How do I check the history of WU51 XCA?

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What year was WU51 XCA registered?

WU51 XCA is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is WU51 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU51 XCA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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