2002 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · EO02 SYF
2002 Skoda Octavia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 144,451 miles. MOT valid until 09 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,451 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EO02 SYF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
- 144,451 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EO02 SYF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Skoda Octavia (EO02 SYF) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))”.
EO02 SYF Mileage History
- 17/07/2024110,815 mi
- 18/07/2025127,461 mi+16,646 mi
- 19/07/2025127,531 mi+70 mi
- 28/07/2026143,811 mi+16,280 mi
- 11/08/2026144,451 mi+640 mi
Average of roughly 16,269 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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