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YY52 RPZ

2002 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

55,003 mi
Last recorded55,003 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 2002 Skoda Octavia104,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 RPZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2009 55,003 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 55,003 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 45,869 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 37,237 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 37,237 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 32,497 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 23,693 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres 2-3mm and worn at inner edges

Pass 27 Oct 2005 23,693 miles

front tyres 2-3mm and worn at inner edges

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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YY52 RPZ is a 2002 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YY52 RPZ, 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 YY52 RPZ registered?

YY52 RPZ is a 2002 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is YY52 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY52 RPZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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