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YC02 JZG

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

94,363 mi
Last recorded94,363 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC02 JZG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 94,363 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 May 2026 94,361 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 92,706 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2024 91,248 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 89,748 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 87,414 miles

Exhaust mounting defective back box hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 83,266 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 83,255 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure hanger detatched (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 80,787 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 77,247 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 74,808 miles

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 25 Apr 2017 73,049 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 71,664 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 69,453 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 66,749 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 63,753 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 61,458 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 61,410 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 58,523 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 55,297 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 51,345 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 46,604 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 41,857 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 41,857 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 32,239 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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YC02 JZG is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 YC02 JZG, 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 YC02 JZG registered?

YC02 JZG is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 May 2002.

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