2002 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · OW02 UGZ
2002 Skoda Octavia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 137,281 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,281 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OW02 UGZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 137,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (26 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OW02 UGZ 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 (OW02 UGZ) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 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: Brakes (26 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 40 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))”.
OW02 UGZ Mileage History
- 02/09/2024124,796 mi
- 02/09/2024124,796 mi
- 08/09/2025131,629 mi+6,833 mi
- 08/09/2025131,629 mi
- 02/09/2026137,281 mi+5,652 mi
Average of roughly 6,246 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Octavia Mk1
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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