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YM52 TYK

2002 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

159,702 mi
Last recorded159,702 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 TYK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 159,702 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 152,856 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 142,485 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 133,022 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

management system warning light on

Pass 17 Dec 2010 106,270 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all brake discs worn

nearside rear brake binds slightly

Fail 15 Dec 2010 106,244 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all brake discs worn

nearside rear brake binds slightly

Pass 18 Dec 2009 86,900 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 86,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 63,948 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 63,943 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 45,920 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 28,863 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 23,231 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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YM52 TYK is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YM52 TYK, 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 YM52 TYK registered?

YM52 TYK is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2002.

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The MOT history for YM52 TYK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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