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YR52 VUO

2002 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

161,804 mi
Last recorded161,804 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 VUO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 161,804 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 156,792 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 152,054 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 148,382 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 140,091 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 131,838 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 123,490 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 116,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 109,075 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 104,992 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 97,032 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 97,032 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2008 86,523 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 74,071 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 60,759 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2005 46,222 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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YR52 VUO 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 93.8%.

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 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 YR52 VUO, 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 YR52 VUO registered?

YR52 VUO is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is YR52 VUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 VUO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR52 VUO have outstanding finance?

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